Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Rules in Salt Lake City, UT (2026)
Short-term rental rules, registration requirements, and penalties for Salt Lake City, UT. Source-cited from official municipal code.
Short-term rental rules in Salt Lake City, UT are not confirmed — see the official source before hosting.
Whether Salt Lake City, UT permits short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO) has not been confirmed from an official source. Contact the local planning department through their official website 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
Short-Term Rental Preemption
We could not confirm a statewide STR preemption statute for Utah.
View Utah preemption detailsRegistration Requirements
Whether short-term rental registration is required in Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City beyond standard property codes.
- Host must obtain Salt Lake City Short-Term Rental License
- License number must be displayed on all listing platforms
- Property must meet housing, fire, and building codes
- Maximum occupancy based on bedroom count
- Noise, parking, and nuisance ordinances apply
- SLC distinguishes between hosted (host present) and unhosted (whole-home) rentals
- Utah State Tax Commission requires transient room tax — Airbnb and VRBO typically collect and remit
Penalties for Violations
Specific penalty amounts for STR violations in Salt Lake City are not listed. Contact the local planning department for enforcement information.
- Operating without a license: $500-$1,000 fine
- Repeat violations may result in license revocation
- Code enforcement action for housing code violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do Airbnb in Salt Lake City?
Yes, short-term rentals are allowed in Salt Lake City, UT with registration required.
Do I need to register to host on Airbnb in Salt Lake City?
Yes, Salt Lake City requires Short-Term Rental License for short-term rental hosts.
Source: Salt Lake City Code — Short-Term Rental Licensing. Last verified April 5, 2026. View source