1. How do Mesa, Glendale, Chandler, Gilbert, and Peoria define a short-term (Airbnb) rental (STR)?
Generally speaking, Mesa, Glendale, Chandler, Gilbert, and Peoria follow the established Arizona definitions of Airbnb rental property. As such, the basic definition of an STR is a property used for thirty days or fewer for vacation rental purposes. These properties can be rented out either as the whole property or as part of the property – for example, renting out a spare room through Airbnb.
Airbnb rentals in Mesa, Glendale, Chandler, Gilbert, and Peoria are subject to Arizona state law and local city regulations; before applying for a short-term rental license, it is crucial to consider both to ensure that the property is eligible. All STRs must comply with the Revised Statutes Section 9-500.39 and are liable for transaction privilege tax.
It is also worth noting that some STR regulations (as is the case in Peoria) often also require that short-term (Airbnb) lodging does not exceed 14 days of consecutive use. Moreover, some cities will also define short-term rentals as lodging that is used exclusively for residential use.
https://awning.com/post/arizona-short-term-rental-laws
https://library.municode.com/az/peoria/codes/city_code?nodeId=PTIIPECO_CH21ZO_NSIDI
https://library.municode.com/az/chandler/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIIIPUSA_CH22SHTERE
2. Can investors own more than one vacation rental property in Mesa, Glendale, Chandler, Gilbert, and Peoria?
Yes. If you have been looking to invest in short-term (Airbnb) rentals in Mesa, Glendale, Chandler, Gilbert, or Peoria, there is no specific limit regarding the number of properties you can own and rent out. This is in line with Arizona’s 2017 laws outlining that cities cannot limit or restrict investors from owning STRs.
However, all short-term rentals will still need to comply with both local and state requirements. As such, before purchasing new STRs, it’s important to ensure you have the necessary insurance and permits in place to run additional rental properties.
https://law.justia.com/codes/arizona/2017/title-11/section-11-269.17/
3. Do Mesa, Glendale, Chandler, Gilbert, and Peoria have any zoning restrictions for STRs?
Yes. While Arizona state law does not allow cities to restrict the use of properties for Airbnb rental use, an exception is made to allow individual cities to regulate the allocation of STR permits based on zoning ordinances and requirements.
Some of the key considerations given to zoning, as per state regulations, include controlling welfare, property maintenance, nuisance issues, and noise pollution. All properties must first obtain a permit before being utilized as a Airbnb rental.
- Mesa: As standard, most short-term rentals are found in either commercial or residential districts. A special use permit may be required to run an STR in some areas.
- Glendale: Glendale’s Article II does not specifically define that STRs are allowed in exclusively residential districts. However, holiday lodging is typically allowed in commercial districts, mixed-use districts, and some special purpose districts. Typically, they are not permitted in industrial zones.
- Chandler: Based on Chandler’s Short Term Rental regulations, STRs are primarily permitted in residential zoning districts.
- Gilbert: One of the unique features of Gilbert’s approach to short term rentals is that they are available in all solely residential regions. In addition, STRs are also permitted in most mixed use and non-residential zones in Gilbert.
- Peoria: Based on guidelines for lodging,STRs may be allowed in residential zones allowing multifamily residential use. STRs may also be allowed in commercial districts with permitted or conditional use.
https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/VuZviex5FDI69V6ZrpQqtOtopZTh8nhyasaM-3uPBi8/document.pdf
https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=1450
https://library.qcode.us/lib/glendale_ca/pub/municipal_code/item/title_30
