Short-term rental permit rules in Broken Arrow, OK — also called Airbnb permits, vacation rental licenses, or STR registration — list the application steps, fees, and operating requirements for hosting.
Broken Arrow requires a Short-Term Rental license for stays under 30 days. Four STR types exist based on zoning district and occupancy. Type 1 (owner-occupied, A-1/RE/RS/R districts) allows up to 2 guests or 1 family. Type 2 (R-3 district) allows up to 6 guests with a Specific Use Permit from City Council. Non-owner-occupied rentals require special use permits. A 120-day moratorium was imposed in 2023 to review regulations.
Broken Arrow regulates short-term rentals (stays under 30 days) through local ordinance. Requirements vary by city - some require registration, others full permits. Oklahoma City and Tulsa have established STR regulations. Safety requirements typically include smoke/CO detectors, fire extinguishers, and posted exit information. Oklahoma has not pursued statewide STR preemption. Property rights approach prevails at the state level.
Operating without permit/registration: $100 to $500/day. Safety violations: correction notice and fines.
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