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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Carson City (city) County, NV

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

STRs are proposed for all zoning districts except industrial. Requirements include a dwelling unit (ADUs allowed, no sheds), a limit of one STR per property, a local contact reachable within 30 minutes, quiet hours (10 PM–7 AM), and occupancy limits of 2 people per bedroom. Events are prohibited, and annual fire/sanitation inspections are required.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Apply for an Administrative Permit ($750) through a hearings officer for zoning approval. 2) Obtain an annual STR Business License ($500) from the Business License Division. 3) Pass an annual fire and safety inspection and register with Visit Carson City to submit Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) reports.

Official Resources

Official Carson City (city) County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Carson City (city) County, NV?
STRs are proposed for all zoning districts except industrial. Requirements include a dwelling unit (ADUs allowed, no sheds), a limit of one STR per property, a local contact reachable within 30 minutes, quiet hours (10 PM–7 AM), and occupancy limits of 2 people per bedroom. Events are prohibited, and annual fire/sanitation inspections are required.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Carson City (city) County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Carson City (city) County. 1) Apply for an Administrative Permit ($750) through a hearings officer for zoning approval. 2) Obtain an annual STR Business License ($500) from the Business License Division. 3) Pass an annual fire and safety inspection and register with Visit Carson City to submit Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) reports.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Carson City (city) County?
1) Apply for an Administrative Permit ($750) through a hearings officer for zoning approval. 2) Obtain an annual STR Business License ($500) from the Business License Division. 3) Pass an annual fire and safety inspection and register with Visit Carson City to submit Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) reports.

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