Short-Term Rental permit in Scottsdale, AZ
We couldn't confirm this from Scottsdale's code.
Rather than guess, here is the exact section to read and who to call. A rule appears on this site only when the ordinance states it plainly.
Nearby cities, same job
Rules stop at the city line. If your lot is near a boundary, or you work across several towns, this is where they differ.
| City | Distance | Permit? | Where the line falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale | — | Yes | Plan on getting a city license before you operate a short… |
| Tempe | 21 mi | Yes | Before offering a property as a short-term or vacation re… |
| Glendale | 22 mi | Yes | To operate a short-term or vacation rental in Glendale, t… |
| Gilbert | 27 mi | Yes | Before you rent out your home as a short-term or vacation… |
| Surprise | 34 mi | Yes | You must get a city short-term or vacation rental license… |
| Avondale | 37 mi | Yes | Operating a short-term rental requires compliance with th… |
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Questions people ask
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Scottsdale can issue a stop-work order and require you to apply after the fact, sometimes with an extra fee. Work that was covered up may have to be opened for inspection. Full walkthrough here.
Does unpermitted work cause problems when selling the house?
Often, yes. A buyer's inspector or the title company may flag it, and lenders can balk at financing a home with open or missing permits. What to do about it.