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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Paradise Valley, AZ

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are permitted but regulated by Town ordinance (Article 10-14). Rentals must be the entire property (no accessory-only rentals), may not be used for nonresidential/event uses (e.g., weddings), must register with Maricopa County where applicable and obtain an Arizona TPT license; owners must display the Town-issued Permit number on listings, maintain $500,000 minimum liability insurance (or equivalent via marketplace), provide a 24/7 local contact and timely complaint response (within 1 hour for police-dispatched incidents). No zone-specific caps or occupancy limits are specified in the Article.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Register the rental with Maricopa County Assessor and obtain an Arizona Transaction Privilege (TPT) tax license. 2) Submit the Town permit application including owner/contact info, proof of TPT license, and evidence of $500,000 liability insurance; pay the $250 fee. 3) The Town reviews and issues/denies the permit within seven business days; permits are valid for one year.

Official Resources

Official Paradise Valley STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Paradise Valley, AZ?
Short-term rentals are permitted but regulated by Town ordinance (Article 10-14). Rentals must be the entire property (no accessory-only rentals), may not be used for nonresidential/event uses (e.g., weddings), must register with Maricopa County where applicable and obtain an Arizona TPT license; owners must display the Town-issued Permit number on listings, maintain $500,000 minimum liability insurance (or equivalent via marketplace), provide a 24/7 local contact and timely complaint response (within 1 hour for police-dispatched incidents). No zone-specific caps or occupancy limits are specified in the Article.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Paradise Valley?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Paradise Valley. 1) Register the rental with Maricopa County Assessor and obtain an Arizona Transaction Privilege (TPT) tax license. 2) Submit the Town permit application including owner/contact info, proof of TPT license, and evidence of $500,000 liability insurance; pay the $250 fee. 3) The Town reviews and issues/denies the permit within seven business days; permits are valid for one year.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Paradise Valley?
1) Register the rental with Maricopa County Assessor and obtain an Arizona Transaction Privilege (TPT) tax license. 2) Submit the Town permit application including owner/contact info, proof of TPT license, and evidence of $500,000 liability insurance; pay the $250 fee. 3) The Town reviews and issues/denies the permit within seven business days; permits are valid for one year.
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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