Non-Owner-Occupied Short-Term Rental (STR) Business License Application Process

This page outlines the requirements and steps to apply for a Non-Owner-Occupied Short-Term Rental (STR) Business License in Santa Fe County.

Important: A Dwelling used for Short-Term Rentals must have been legally constructed and permitted prior to applying for a Short-Term Rental. There are situations where the property does not have a legal lot of record or there is an un-permitted dwelling on the property and a permit, plat or variance may be required. For more information on legal lot of record or an un-permitted structure please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) link or contact the Growth Management Department at 505-986-6225.

Fees

  • Business License Fee: $375.00 cash or check
  • Notice to Neighbors: (fee may be required)

Online Submission

To submit your application online complete the steps above and email all documents to str@santafecountynm.gov

Required Documents Checklist

  1. Non-Owner Occupied STR Business License Application
  2. Assigned 911 Address Forms
    To request an Assigned 911 Address Form, email e911addressing@santafecountynm.gov. Include your full name, phone number, and complete address or property tax account number.
  3. Fire Self-Certification Form
  4. Warranty Deed (505-986-6280) - Public Notice Plats will not be accepted
  5. Approved Survey Plat (505-986-6280)
  6. Proof of Property Taxes (treasurer@santafecountynm.gov or 505-986-6245) - Tax Bills Will Not Be Accepted
  7. State CRS Number (GRT.TRDHelp@state.nm.us or 1-866-285-2996)
  8. Water Meter Reading (if the property has water restrictions)
  9. Letter of Consent (if applying on Property Owner's behalf)
  10. Site Plan:
    Existing structures, driveway and access points, designated parking spaces, and trash storage locations
  11. Floor Plan:
    Layout of the dwelling, all rooms labeled, STR area clearly identified

Process to Apply for a Non-Owner-Occupied Short-Term Rental

  1. Applicants are required to obtain all documents from the document checklist above
  2. Contact Staff via email (str@santafecountynm.gov) to set up appointment to submit a Short-Term Rental Application
  3. At your scheduled appointment staff will review all submitted documents. (applications will not be accepted if incorrect documents are submitted)
  4. If complete, the applicant will receive a Temporary 1 Month License, Notice to Renters, Notice to Neighbors (adjacent property owner and the HOA, if applicable must be notified)

To submit your application online complete the steps above and email all documents to str@santafecountynm.gov

Frequently Asked Questions