Short-Term Rental Regulations in Arizona
State Overview
Arizona preempts local STR regulation via SB 1168 (2022). Cities may not prohibit vacation rentals or restrict based on classification/use. Cities may regulate health/safety, require permits (fee ≤$250), require $500K insurance, require neighbor notification, and impose penalties. The state imposes a 5.5% Transaction Privilege Tax (Transient Lodging) in addition to any local taxes. Cities in Arizona
| City | Permit | Tax Rate | Day Limit | Primary Res. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff | ✓ Required | ~11.76% | No limit | No | → |
| Lake Havasu City | ✓ Required | 10.5% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | No | → |
| Page | ✓ Required | 16.9% | No limit | No | → |
| Peoria | ✓ Required | 12.87% | No limit | No | → |
| Phoenix | ✓ Required | 13.07% | No limit | No | → |
| Prescott | ✓ Required | 12.275% | No limit | No | → |
| Scottsdale | ✓ Required | 13.97% | No limit | No | → |
| Sedona | ✓ Required | 13.325%–13.9% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | No | → |
| Tucson | ✓ Required | 16.05% | No limit | No | → |
Arizona's STR Landscape
Arizona preempts local STR regulation via SB 1168 (2022). Cities may not prohibit vacation rentals or restrict based on classification/use. Cities may regulate health/safety, require permits (fee ≤$250), require $500K insurance, require neighbor notification, and impose penalties. The state imposes a 5.5% Transaction Privilege Tax (Transient Lodging) in addition to local taxes.
Regulation varies significantly across cities. Tax rates vary from 10.5% to 16.9%.
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