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Arizona

United States
Restricted
Last updated: 2026-08-23  ·  Last verified: 2026-08-23  ·  Region: US

At a Glance — Arizona Airbnb & STR Rules

RuleDetails
Regulatory StatusRestricted — rules apply
Permit Fee$250 annual licensing fee
PenaltiesLicense revocation after three violations (enforcement mechanism under legal challenge)
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Arizona Airbnb & Vacation Rental Regulation Overview

Arizona Short-Term Rental Regulations Overview

Short-term rentals in Arizona are allowed but subject to significant restrictions under local regulations as of 2026. The associated permit fees are $250 annual licensing fee.

Penalties for Non-Compliance in Arizona

Hosts who fail to comply with Arizona's short-term rental regulations may face enforcement action. License revocation after three violations (enforcement mechanism under legal challenge).

Full Regulatory Details

Regulatory Status
Restricted
Permit Fee
$250 annual licensing fee
Compliance Notes
Gila County currently enforces a short-term rental ordinance that includes a $250 annual license fee and a strict enforcement mechanism (license revocation after three violations). This ordinance is under scrutiny by state legislators who believe it may exceed county authority under Arizona state law, and the state Attorney General has been asked to issue a legal opinion on its validity.
Effective Date
Review ongoing (no date specified)
Key Notes
['$250 annual STR license fee charged by Gila County', 'License revocation permitted after three violations', 'Ordinance may violate state preemption law (per State Sen. Wendy Rogers)', 'Attorney General legal opinion requested; outcome pending']
Penalties
License revocation after three violations (enforcement mechanism under legal challenge)
Sources
Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Airbnb legal in Arizona?

Airbnb and short-term rentals are legal in Arizona but subject to restrictions. Hosts must comply with local permit requirements and zoning rules. Gila County currently enforces a short-term rental ordinance that includes a $250 annual license fee and a strict enforcement mechanism (license revocation after three violations). This ordinance is u

What are the penalties for illegal Airbnb hosting in Arizona?

Hosts who operate without proper permits in Arizona may face enforcement. License revocation after three violations (enforcement mechanism under legal challenge).

What are the key STR compliance requirements in Arizona?

['$250 annual STR license fee charged by Gila County', 'License revocation permitted after three violations', 'Ordinance may violate state preemption law (per State Sen. Wendy Rogers)', 'Attorney General legal opinion requested; outcome pending']

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