Non Owner-Occupied Checklist
This checklist helps guide applicants through the process of obtaining a Non-Owner Occupied Short-Term Rental (STR) Business License in Santa Fe County.
 
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Non Owner-Occupied Application
Link information here. 1–2 sentences explaining who should use this packet and what’s included.
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Non Owner-Occupied Renewal
Link information here. 1–2 sentences about renewals, timelines, and what to submit.

 
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Owner-Occupied Checklist
If your short-term rental is your primary residence or an accessory dwelling unit on the same property, use this checklist to complete the registration process and gather required documents.
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Owner-Occupied Application
Link information here. Packet for STRs located at the owner's primary residence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about Short-Term Rental licensing and registration in Santa Fe County. Learn about requirements, documents, permits, and the application process before you apply.
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Schedule an appointment: 505-995-2700 or str@santafecountynm.gov

! Lodgers' Tax Applies to your STR !
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Our contracts with 3rd Party Sites (e.g. Airbnb, Vrbo, HomeAway, Expedia, Evolve, etc.) stipulate that they remit a single lump-sum payment each month, without providing a breakdown by individual property or payee. As a result, we kindly ask that STR hosts using these platforms submit their own monthly reports to help us accurately reconcile records.

Short-Term Rental Information and Applications

Applications are accepted by appointment. The Growth Management Office began accepting STR applications on November 30, 2022.

Step 1: Choose your STR type

Your application depends on whether the STR is your primary residence.

Owner-Occupied

“A Dwelling that is the Owner’s primary residence, or an Accessory Dwelling Unit located on the same legal lot of record as the Owner’s primary residence.” (3.6)

Download Owner-Occupied Packet

Non Owner-Occupied

“A Dwelling that is not Owner-Occupied.” (3.7)

 

Download Non Owner-Occupied Packet

Special situations

In some cases, a property may not be a legal lot of record, or there may be an unpermitted dwelling on the property. If a permit, plat, or variance is required, business owners may receive a temporary registration/license number (upon submittal of a complete variance/permit/plat application) to continue operating while the application is processed.