Mesa requires all short-term rental operators to maintain liability insurance coverage of at least $500,000 as a condition of their STR license under Title 5, Chapter 15.
All licensed short-term rental operators in Mesa must maintain commercial general liability insurance with minimum coverage of $500,000. Proof of insurance must be submitted with the license application and maintained throughout the license period. This requirement protects guests and neighbors from potential damages. Insurance must cover the specific property being rented. Failure to maintain required coverage can result in license suspension or revocation.
Operating without required insurance coverage may result in STR license suspension or revocation. The city may also impose fines for non-compliance with licensing conditions.
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