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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Glendale, AZ

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Owners of vacation and short-term rentals in Glendale must register the property with the City and provide the name and contact information of a designated local emergency contact and owner(s) responsible for responding to complaints (per Glendale City Code §29.1-41 and City registration guidance). Operators must also obtain an Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license using Region Code GE (Glendale) and register residential rental units with the Maricopa County Assessor per ARS 33-1902 prior to occupancy. The city guidance directs hosts to verify zoning eligibility; the municipal code and city guidance do not state city-wide occupancy limits, minimum-night stays, or host-presence requirements on the pages reviewed.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Wait for the City/GovOS registration letter (mailed) with an activation code or contact Glendale Customer Service or GovOS to obtain an activation code; 2) Register the property via the City’s GovOS registration portal (Glendale portal) and provide required owner and designated emergency-contact information; 3) Separately, apply for an Arizona TPT license at AZTaxes.gov (use Region Code GE) and register the rental with the Maricopa County Assessor per county instructions. The City indicated registration was free as of the January 2023 rollout; no inspections, renewal cadence, occupancy caps, or fee schedule were explicitly stated on the city STR page.

Official Resources

Official Glendale STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Glendale, AZ?
Owners of vacation and short-term rentals in Glendale must register the property with the City and provide the name and contact information of a designated local emergency contact and owner(s) responsible for responding to complaints (per Glendale City Code §29.1-41 and City registration guidance). Operators must also obtain an Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license using Region Code GE (Glendale) and register residential rental units with the Maricopa County Assessor per ARS 33-1902 prior to occupancy. The city guidance directs hosts to verify zoning eligibility; the municipal code and city guidance do not state city-wide occupancy limits, minimum-night stays, or host-presence requirements on the pages reviewed.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Glendale?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Glendale. 1) Wait for the City/GovOS registration letter (mailed) with an activation code or contact Glendale Customer Service or GovOS to obtain an activation code; 2) Register the property via the City’s GovOS registration portal (Glendale portal) and provide required owner and designated emergency-contact information; 3) Separately, apply for an Arizona TPT license at AZTaxes.gov (use Region Code GE) and register the rental with the Maricopa County Assessor per county instructions. The City indicated registration was free as of the January 2023 rollout; no inspections, renewal cadence, occupancy caps, or fee schedule were explicitly stated on the city STR page.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Glendale?
1) Wait for the City/GovOS registration letter (mailed) with an activation code or contact Glendale Customer Service or GovOS to obtain an activation code; 2) Register the property via the City’s GovOS registration portal (Glendale portal) and provide required owner and designated emergency-contact information; 3) Separately, apply for an Arizona TPT license at AZTaxes.gov (use Region Code GE) and register the rental with the Maricopa County Assessor per county instructions. The City indicated registration was free as of the January 2023 rollout; no inspections, renewal cadence, occupancy caps, or fee schedule were explicitly stated on the city STR page.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction