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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Santa Cruz County, AZ

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

No Santa Cruz County–specific short-term rental ordinance or local permit program was found on the County’s official site or in the Santa Cruz County Zoning & Development Code; A.R.S. §11-269.17 (county rules) prevents counties from prohibiting STRs and permits counties to regulate STRs for public health/safety, zoning/nuisance, require owner emergency contact information, require liability insurance, and require a local permit with limited application elements.

Official Resources

Official Santa Cruz County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Santa Cruz County, AZ?
No Santa Cruz County–specific short-term rental ordinance or local permit program was found on the County’s official site or in the Santa Cruz County Zoning & Development Code; A.R.S. §11-269.17 (county rules) prevents counties from prohibiting STRs and permits counties to regulate STRs for public health/safety, zoning/nuisance, require owner emergency contact information, require liability insurance, and require a local permit with limited application elements.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Santa Cruz County?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Santa Cruz County.

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