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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Blanding, UT

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

San Juan County rules: STRs require a short-term rental business license and are prohibited in the Spanish Valley Residential (SVR) District. Requirements include a property manager contact, a valid Utah tax number, off-street parking (one vehicle per bedroom), and a maximum occupancy of one person per 200 square feet of living space. Owners or managers must respond to complaints within one hour.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Apply for a short-term rental business license through San Juan County Planning/Business Licensing, providing owner/manager contact info and a Utah State Tax number. 2) Provide proof of a certificate of occupancy or six months of prior residential use and submit to a compliance inspection during the license review. 3) For Blanding-specific business registration, create an account on the City Inspect portal and complete the Business License module.

Official Resources

Official Blanding STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Blanding, UT?
San Juan County rules: STRs require a short-term rental business license and are prohibited in the Spanish Valley Residential (SVR) District. Requirements include a property manager contact, a valid Utah tax number, off-street parking (one vehicle per bedroom), and a maximum occupancy of one person per 200 square feet of living space. Owners or managers must respond to complaints within one hour.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Blanding?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Blanding. 1) Apply for a short-term rental business license through San Juan County Planning/Business Licensing, providing owner/manager contact info and a Utah State Tax number. 2) Provide proof of a certificate of occupancy or six months of prior residential use and submit to a compliance inspection during the license review. 3) For Blanding-specific business registration, create an account on the City Inspect portal and complete the Business License module.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Blanding?
1) Apply for a short-term rental business license through San Juan County Planning/Business Licensing, providing owner/manager contact info and a Utah State Tax number. 2) Provide proof of a certificate of occupancy or six months of prior residential use and submit to a compliance inspection during the license review. 3) For Blanding-specific business registration, create an account on the City Inspect portal and complete the Business License module.

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