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.
Maricopa County does not impose specific occupancy limits for short-term rentals in unincorporated areas, and Arizona's SB 1350 (2016) significantly limits county authority to regulate STRs beyond health and safety concerns. General building code occupancy standards apply based on the dwelling's square footage, number of bedrooms, and septic system capacity (many unincorporated areas use septic rather than municipal sewer). Properties on septic systems may face practical limits based on the system's permitted daily flow capacity. Excessive occupancy generating noise, parking, or nuisance complaints may be addressed through the county's noise ordinance (P-23) or property maintenance ordinance (P-11) rather than STR-specific regulations.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Maricopa County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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