Short-term rental permit rules in Salt Lake City, UT — also called Airbnb permits, vacation rental licenses, or STR registration — list the application steps, fees, and operating requirements for hosting.
Short-term rentals under 30 days are only allowed in the operator's primary residence; a conditional use permit and business license are required.
Salt Lake City prohibits short-term rentals (under 30 consecutive days) in non-owner-occupied dwellings. Under SLC Code 21A.36.010 and Chapter 5.71, STRs are only allowed as a home occupation in the operator's primary residence. Operators must obtain a business license, pay transient room tax, and comply with zoning. Entire-home rentals without an on-site host are generally not permitted. Enforcement is complaint-driven and the city has pursued unlicensed listings.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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