Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Bluff, UT

Airbnb listings are allowed in Bluff, UT, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are regulated under Town Ordinance No. 2021-20a (Chapter 6.70). Operating without a permit is subject to a fine of $300.00 per unit, per day, per infraction. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals are regulated under Town Ordinance No. 2021-20a (Chapter 6.70). Operating without a permit is subject to a fine of $300.00 per unit, per day, per infraction.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Bluff. 1. Complete the Commercial Short-Term-Rental Permit application found on the Town's Forms & Applications page. 2. Submit the application with the $25.00 initial fee (payable by check or money order only to the Town of Bluff). 3. Renew the permit annually for a $25.00 fee.

1. Complete the Commercial Short-Term-Rental Permit application found on the Town's Forms & Applications page. 2. Submit the application with the $25.00 initial fee (payable by check or money order only to the Town of Bluff). 3. Renew the permit annually for a $25.00 fee.

Vrbo is permitted in Bluff, UT under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Bluff are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Bluff. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.