Flagstaff, Arizona has implemented comprehensive regulations for short-term rentals (STRs), including non-owner occupied properties, effective since November 2023. The key regulations for STRs in Flagstaff are:

Licensing Requirements:

• All STR operators must obtain an annual Short-Term Rental License from the city13.
• The current annual licensing fee is $175, which increases by $5 each year34.
• Failure to register after receiving notice can result in fines up to $1,000 per month1.

Operational Requirements:

• Operators must designate a 24/7 emergency contact for prompt issue resolution12.
• Adjacent properties must be notified in writing about the STR operation, including the license number, physical address, and emergency contact information24.
• STRs must comply with safety standards, including fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors24.

Tax Compliance:

• Operators must obtain a Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license from the Arizona Department of Revenue24.
• Hosts are responsible for collecting and remitting state and local taxes, including sales and transient occupancy taxes2.

Additional Regulations:

• STRs are defined as residences rented for less than 30 days1.
• If structural changes are made to convert a space into an STR, appropriate building permits must be obtained24.
• Operators must ensure guest compliance with local regulations on noise, occupancy limits, parking, and waste disposal2.

Enforcement:

• Flagstaff takes a proactive approach to enforcing STR regulations, with various city officials having enforcement authority3.
• As of July 2023, approximately 70% of the 1,045 STRs in Flagstaff were already registered, indicating high compliance3.