Park City Short-Term Rental Regulations

Last verified: 2026-04-06
TL;DR
Park City requires Nightly Rental License (fee varies) with no primary-residence requirement. Combined tax rate is 4.85%+ (varies by location). No annual day limit, but each stay must be 29 days or fewer per stay.
Disclaimer
This information is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or regulatory advice. Short-term rental regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your local government before listing your property or making investment decisions.
Key Requirements at a Glance
Permit ✓ Required — Nightly Rental License (fee varies)
Primary Residence Not required
Annual Day Limit No limit — 29 days or fewer per stay
Tax Rate 4.85%+ (varies by location)
Max Penalty Class B misdemeanor fine (up to $1,000) + imprisonment up to 6 months
Insurance Not required

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Permit & Licensing

Nightly Rental License

FeeAmount
Initial costfee varies
Renewalfee varies

This permit type does not require primary residence.

Application Process

Application with responsible party designation, Building Department inspection, sales tax registration required

Tax Obligations

TaxRateAuthority
Utah Transient Room Tax (TRT) varies by jurisdiction Utah State Tax Commission
Utah State Sales Tax (on lodging) 4.85% Utah State Tax Commission

Combined rate: 4.85%+ (varies by location) of gross rental income.

Collection: TRT reported and paid through Taxpayer Access Point (TAP)

Filing: monthly

Rental Limits

Park City does not impose an annual cap on the number of nights you can rent. Each individual stay must be 29 days or fewer per stay.

Zoning & Restrictions

required in permitted zones

Insurance & Safety

Insurance

Park City does not require short-term rental operators to carry specific insurance. Standard homeowner policies often exclude short-term rental activity, so many hosts obtain dedicated short-term rental or landlord liability coverage.

Safety & Operating Requirements

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Double license fee for operating without license; criminal penalties

Compliance Checklist

Follow these steps to legally operate a short-term rental in Park City:

  1. Meet safety requirements. Building Department inspection required.
  2. Apply for Nightly Rental License. Submit application. Contact city for fee details.
  3. Register for tax accounts. Set up lodging tax accounts with Utah State Tax Commission.
  4. Collect and remit taxes. 4.85%+ (varies by location) on all bookings.
  5. Renew annually. Contact city for renewal fee details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need a permit to run an Airbnb in Park City?
Yes. Operating a short-term rental — including an Airbnb or Vrbo — in Park City requires a Nightly Rental License.
Does Park City require a short-term rental to be your primary residence?
No. Park City allows non-owner-occupied short-term rentals, so investment properties can qualify provided you hold the required permit.
How many days a year can you short-term rent in Park City?
Park City does not cap the total number of nights per year, but each individual stay must be 29 days or fewer.
What taxes do you pay on a short-term rental in Park City?
Short-term rental stays in Park City are subject to a combined 4.85% in lodging taxes. This combines varies by jurisdiction Utah Transient Room Tax (TRT) + 4.85% Utah State Sales Tax (on lodging). The host is responsible for collecting and remitting them.
What happens if you run a short-term rental without a permit in Park City?
Operating without a permit can cost up to Class B misdemeanor fine (up to $1,000) + imprisonment up to 6 months.

Official Sources

  1. Nightly Rental License | Park City, UT
  2. Section 4-5-3 Regulation of Nightly Rentals | Park City Municipal Code
  3. Transient Room Taxes | Utah State Tax Commission