Night Caps: Scottsdale vs Surprise

Is there a limit on how many nights I can rent my Scottsdale Airbnb?

No. Scottsdale does not impose any annual night cap on licensed short-term rentals. Arizona SB 1350 (2016) and HB 2672 (2019) preempt cities from prohibiting STRs or restricting them based on classification, use, or duration, so a property licensed under Ordinance 4566 (SRC 18-175) may operate year-round. Private HOAs and master-planned community CC&Rs may impose their own restrictions, however.

Can Scottsdale change its mind and cap STR nights in the future?

Not without a change in state law. Because Arizona's STR preemption (SB 1350 and HB 2672) bars cities and counties from restricting rentals based on duration, Scottsdale cannot unilaterally adopt night caps or minimum-stay rules. The Legislature has periodically debated tighter rules; confirm any recent changes with Scottsdale Code Enforcement at 480-312-2546 or the Arizona Department of Revenue before relying on this answer.

Can Surprise limit how many nights I rent my property?

No. Arizona state law preempts cities from imposing annual night caps or rental frequency limits on short-term rentals.

Can my HOA limit short-term rentals?

Yes. HOA CC&Rs are private agreements and can restrict rental activity regardless of the state preemption law. Check your community's governing documents.

Did the 2022 STR law changes add night caps?

No. SB 1350 (2022) added nuisance and occupancy enforcement authority but did not authorize cities to impose night caps.