Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Sanpete County, UT

Airbnb listings are allowed in Sanpete County, UT, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are restricted to specific zones (permitted in all except PF and IZ) and limited to a maximum of five bedrooms. Operators must provide one off-site parking space per unit, comply with state transient room and sales tax laws, and maintain a residential appearance for the structure. 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 restricted to specific zones (permitted in all except PF and IZ) and limited to a maximum of five bedrooms. Operators must provide one off-site parking space per unit, comply with state transient room and sales tax laws, and maintain a residential appearance for the structure.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Sanpete County. 1. Obtain a building permit and complete required inspections to receive a certificate of occupancy. 2. Apply for and maintain an annual business license from the county. 3. If serving food, obtain a valid food handler permit from the State Health Department.

1. Obtain a building permit and complete required inspections to receive a certificate of occupancy. 2. Apply for and maintain an annual business license from the county. 3. If serving food, obtain a valid food handler permit from the State Health Department.

Vrbo is permitted in Sanpete County, 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 Sanpete County 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 Sanpete County. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.