Registration Rules: Peoria vs Surprise

Do I need a permit to operate an Airbnb or VRBO in Peoria, AZ?

Yes. Peoria City Code Section 11-150 requires every owner of a vacation or short-term rental (less than 30 days) to obtain a vacation rental permit from the City before listing the property. Apply online at peoriaaz.gov/rentals through Citizenserve; there is no City application fee. You must display the City permit number on every advertisement, give written notice to nearby neighbors with a 24-hour emergency contact, and carry at least $500,000 of liability insurance under Section 11-156.

What taxes apply to a Peoria, AZ vacation rental?

Operators must hold an Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license through the Arizona Department of Revenue and remit state, county, and Peoria local transient lodging taxes on each stay. Hosting platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect and remit some Arizona TPT on behalf of hosts, but the host remains responsible for ensuring all required taxes are paid and for keeping their TPT license current.

Do I need to register my Surprise vacation rental?

Yes. You must obtain a Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license from Arizona DOR. This is required regardless of whether your platform collects taxes automatically.

Do I need a local contact person?

Yes. Arizona law (SB 1350) requires STR operators to designate a local contact who can respond to issues at the property.

Does Airbnb handle my tax registration?

Airbnb may collect and remit some taxes automatically, but you still need an independent TPT license from Arizona DOR at (602) 255-3381.