Sahuarita can enforce occupancy limits at short-term rental properties consistent with fire and building codes. Maximum occupancy is typically based on the number of bedrooms and available parking, not unlimited by the number of paying guests.
While ARS 9-500.39 prevents Sahuarita from banning short-term rentals, the town retains authority to enforce building code occupancy limits and fire safety standards at all residential properties, including rentals. The International Residential Code adopted by Sahuarita establishes minimum room sizes and exit requirements that effectively limit occupancy. A standard guideline is two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons, though specific properties may have different limits based on their configuration. The 2022 amendments to the state STR law explicitly allow municipalities to enforce occupancy limits consistent with adopted codes. Overcrowding creates fire safety risks, parking problems, and increased noise potential. Hosts should clearly state the maximum occupancy in their listing and house rules. Properties in Rancho Sahuarita are also subject to HOA guest parking limits, which can indirectly cap the number of guests. The Sahuarita Fire District may also enforce occupancy limits related to fire egress and safety.
Building code violations for overcrowding. Fire safety violations enforced by Sahuarita Fire District. Nuisance classification risk for repeated over-occupancy complaints.
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