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Short-term rental rules in Phoenix, AZ

Compiled from the city's official pages — rules you must confirm before you list. Compiled August 2026; rules change, confirm each on the official site.

Phoenix, AZ · rules you must confirm

Registration & tax

Compiled from the city's official pages. Links go to the official site where available — confirm each before you list.

Registration / license
Short-Term Rental Permit
Issued by City of Phoenix Planning & Development Department · Initial and renewal $250 (non-refundable) per permit
Lodging / occupancy tax
Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) Short-Term Lodging
Arizona Department of Revenue · Seasonal TPT license
Base zoning

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Phoenix, AZ · common questions

FAQ

Does Phoenix require short-term rentals to register?

The city lists a short-term-rental registration (Short-Term Rental Permit) on its official pages. Whether it applies to your specific listing depends on factors we don't verify — confirm directly with City of Phoenix Planning & Development Department. Informational only, not legal advice.

How much does Phoenix STR registration cost?

Published fee guidance: Initial and renewal $250 (non-refundable) per permit. Fees change — confirm the current amount with City of Phoenix Planning & Development Department before you pay.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Phoenix?

The city lists Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) Short-Term Lodging (Seasonal TPT license), administered by Arizona Department of Revenue. Confirm current rates and how to register on the official tax page.

Can I run a non-owner-occupied Airbnb in Phoenix?

That depends on the city's zoning and primary-residence rules, which we don't verify here — confirm with City of Phoenix Planning & Development Department and check your exact address's base zoning.

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