Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Rules in Reno, NV (2026)

Whether Reno, NV permits short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO) has not been confirmed from an official source. Contact the local planning department at (775) 321-8309 to verify current STR rules — including whether hosting is permitted at all, registration requirements, and any local restrictions — before listing your property on Airbnb, VRBO, or a similar platform.

Statewide Preemption

Registration Requirements

Whether short-term rental registration is required in Reno has not been confirmed from official sources. Contact the local planning department or local building department to verify current registration requirements before hosting on Airbnb, VRBO, or similar platforms.

Operational Rules

No specific operational rules listed for short-term rentals in Reno beyond standard property codes.

• •STR permit required for all rentals of 28 days or fewer
• •Permit number must be displayed in all listings
• •Primary residence requirement in residential zones — owner must occupy for at least 9 months per year
• •Maximum occupancy: 2 guests per bedroom, not to exceed 10 guests total
• •Must comply with Reno noise ordinance
• •24-hour contact required for neighbor complaints
• •Safety equipment required: smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher
• •Nevada Transient Lodging Tax applies to all STR rentals (Washoe County collects)
• •Reno is more permissive for residential STRs than Las Vegas — residential STRs are allowed with permit

Penalties for Violations

Specific penalty amounts for STR violations in Reno are not listed. Contact the local planning department for enforcement information.

• ⚠$500–$1,000 per day for operating without permit
• ⚠$250–$750 per compliance violation
• ⚠Permit revocation for repeat violations

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