Albuquerque, NM Short-Term Rentals: Permit Requirements (2026)

A. Permit Required. No STRO shall operate any STR without a valid STR Permit from the Planning Department for each STR unit proposed to be operated. In addition to any other necessary information, the Planning Department shall require submission of the following for each STR Permit application: 1. A physical address of the STRU; and 2. The name, phone number, email, and business address of the STRO or agent(s) who will be available twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week to respond to complaints regarding the operation or occupancy of the STR; and 3. A scaled floor plan showing the layout and square footage of the STR unit(s); and 4. A statement signed by the STRO that the STR will be operated in compliance with this Article and all other applicable city codes... 5. Proof of insurance as required by subsection 13-19-5(C), above. B. Permit Duration; Inspection. Any STR permit issued pursuant to this Article is valid for 12 consecutive months unless sooner terminated by the STRO, or cancelled by the City. The Planning Department shall have the right to inspect each STR, without prior notice, to determine compliance with this Ordinance and all other applicable City codes. C. Permit Fee. The Planning Department shall collect a STR Permit fee of $120.00 for each initial permit, and $90.00 for the renewals thereafter.