Registration Rules: Phoenix vs Scottsdale

Do I need a permit to rent my Phoenix home on Airbnb?

Yes. Phoenix City Code Sec. 10-195 (Ordinance G-7156, effective November 6, 2023) requires every short-term rental owner to hold a current city permit before advertising or accepting bookings. Apply through the SHAPE PHX portal with a $250 fee, proof of $500,000 liability insurance, an Arizona TPT license, a 24/7 emergency contact, and certified-mail notice to neighbors. Reach STR staff at vacation.rental@phoenix.gov or 602-534-9723.

How much does a Phoenix STR permit cost and how long does approval take?

The initial and renewal permit fee is $250 (non-refundable) per Sec. 10-195. The Planning & Development Department must issue or deny the permit within 7 business days of receiving a complete application package, and permits run for one year from issuance. Submit renewal applications at least 15 working days before expiration to avoid a lapse.

Do I need a city license to run an Airbnb in Scottsdale?

Yes. Scottsdale Ordinance 4566, codified at SRC 18-175, requires every property rented for less than 30 days to hold an annual city short-term/vacation rental license. The fee is $250 per property and the application is processed through the city's Accela portal. You also need an Arizona Department of Revenue TPT license and Maricopa County Assessor registration under ARS 33-1902. Confirm current requirements with Scottsdale Code Enforcement at 480-312-2546.

Do I have to notify my neighbors when I get a Scottsdale STR license?

Yes. Within 30 days of receiving the city STR license, owners must send written notice to every adjacent single-family property owner and to multi-family residents on the same floor. The notice must include the STR license number, the property address, and the name, address, and 24-hour phone number of the emergency point of contact. Failing to notify can lead to enforcement action by Scottsdale Code Enforcement (480-312-2546).