Avondale, AZ Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)

Avondale's short-term rental ordinance (No. 2060-1023) does not advertise a distinct headcount-per-bedroom formula in the city's public materials; instead, it ties occupancy to the dwelling's compliance with fire, building and safety codes, which the owner must demonstrate to obtain the license. Practical occupancy is therefore limited by the home's lawful capacity under those codes (for example, available egress, smoke and carbon-monoxide detection, and the dwelling's design). Arizona law shapes what Avondale can do here: A.R.S. section 9-500.39 prohibits cities from banning short-term rentals or treating them differently from other residential uses solely because they are rentals, but it permits the city to apply rules that protect the public's health and safety. The ordinance also prohibits using the property to host events or parties (such as weddings, large gatherings or other special events) that would not normally be allowed in a residential home, which functions as a practical limit on intensive use. Because the city has not published a specific maximum-guest number in the materials reviewed, owners should confirm the exact occupancy standard with the City of Avondale before listing, and rely on the fire/building code occupancy for their specific home.