Short-term rental permit rules in Utah County, UT — also called Airbnb permits, vacation rental licenses, or STR registration — list the application steps, fees, and operating requirements for hosting.
Unincorporated Utah County regulates short-term rentals under Chapter 19.89 of the county land use code. STR operators must obtain a county business license and comply with zoning, safety, and tax requirements.
Utah County's Land Use Ordinance (Chapter 19.89, as proposed/amended) governs short-term rentals in unincorporated areas. Utah state law (HB 217) limits county authority to ban STRs outright in residential zones. STR operators in unincorporated Utah County must comply with county land use requirements, obtain applicable business licenses, and collect and remit transient room tax. The Utah County Community Development Department oversees STR compliance. For current registration requirements, contact Utah County Community Development at codev.utahcounty.gov.
Operating without registration: $200 to $1,000/day. Safety violations: correction notice and fines.
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