Short-Term Rentals in Maricopa County, AZ (2026)

10 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 10 cities in Maricopa County, Arizona.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Maricopa County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Permit Requirements

Arizona's ARS §9-500.39 preempts local governments from banning short-term rentals, extending to counties. Maricopa County has no STR permit or registration system for unincorporated areas. HOA CC&Rs may restrict STRs in planned communities.

Maricopa County STR Rules (Unincorporated)

Few Restrictions

ARS §9-500.39(B)(5), (C)

9-500.39. Limits on regulation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals; state preemption; civil penalties; transaction privilege tax license suspension; definitions A. A city or town may not prohibit vacation rentals or short-term rentals. B. A city or town may not restrict the use of or regulate vacation rentals or short-term rentals based on their classification, use or occupancy except as...

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Noise Rules

No STR-specific noise rules exist for unincorporated Maricopa County. STR guests are subject to ARS §13-2916 like all residents. MCSO handles noise complaints. HOA CC&Rs may impose additional requirements on rental properties.

Maricopa County STR Noise (Unincorporated)

Few Restrictions

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Taxes & Fees

STR operators in unincorporated Maricopa County must collect and remit Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) at 5.6% state rate plus applicable county surcharges. A TPT license from the Arizona Department of Revenue is required. Maricopa County levies additional county excise taxes on transient lodging.

Short Term Rentals: Taxes Fees

Some Restrictions

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Parking Rules

Maricopa County has no STR-specific parking requirements for unincorporated areas. County roads must remain passable. HOA CC&Rs in planned communities are the primary parking control for STR guests.

Maricopa County STR Parking (Unincorporated)

Few Restrictions

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Occupancy Limits

Maricopa County does not set specific occupancy limits for short-term rentals in unincorporated areas. General building code occupancy standards apply based on dwelling size and bedroom count. State law limits county authority to regulate STRs beyond health and safety concerns.

Short Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits

Few Restrictions

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Insurance Requirements

Maricopa County does not impose specific insurance requirements on STR operators in unincorporated areas. Arizona state law does not mandate STR-specific insurance either. Operators should carry adequate homeowner's or landlord liability insurance as a best practice.

Short Term Rentals: Insurance Requirements

Few Restrictions

ARS §9-500.39(B)(8)

9-500.39. Limits on regulation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals; state preemption; civil penalties; transaction privilege tax license suspension; definitions B. A city or town may not restrict the use of or regulate vacation rentals or short-term rentals based on their classification, use or occupancy except as provided in this section. A city or town may regulate vacation rentals or ...

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Night Caps

Unincorporated Maricopa County imposes no cap on the number of nights a short-term or vacation rental may operate. Arizona Revised Statutes Section 11-269.17 preempts counties from restricting STRs based on classification, use, or occupancy. Counties may regulate fire, building, health, sanitation, noise, and nuisance issues but cannot ban or limit nights.

Maricopa County Short-Term Rental Night Caps

Few Restrictions

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Registration Rules

Arizona state law (ARS 9-500.39 / ARS 11-269.17) preempts counties from banning or heavily restricting short-term rentals. Maricopa County cannot require a specific STR license for unincorporated areas. Operators must register with the Arizona Department of Revenue for a TPT license and collect applicable state (5.6%), county, and city transaction privilege taxes.

Short Term Rentals: Registration Rules

Few Restrictions

ARS §9-500.39(B)(5)

9-500.39. Limits on regulation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals; state preemption; civil penalties; transaction privilege tax license suspension; definitions A. A city or town may not prohibit vacation rentals or short-term rentals. B. A city or town may not restrict the use of or regulate vacation rentals or short-term rentals based on their classification, use or occupancy except as...

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Host Presence Rule

Arizona House Bill 2672 (2022) restored limited short-term rental authority to counties and cities. Maricopa County may require operator registration, emergency contact, and liability insurance, but cannot mandate the host be physically present during a guest stay.

Hosted-stay rules limited under HB-2672 framework

Some Restrictions

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Primary-Residence-Only Rule

Arizona ARS section 11-269.17 prohibits Maricopa County from limiting short-term rentals to a host's primary residence. The county may register operators and enforce nuisance and zoning rules but cannot ban whole-home or non-owner-occupied vacation rentals.