STR rules by city / Las Vegas, NV
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Las Vegas, NV short-term-rental rules
The City of Las Vegas requires a business license to operate a short-term residential rental (fewer than 31 consecutive days), and the homeowner must reside on site during the entire guest stay.
What does Las Vegas, NV require?
The City of Las Vegas requires a business license to operate a short-term residential rental (fewer than 31 consecutive days), and the homeowner must reside on site during the entire guest stay.
How much is the Las Vegas permit fee?
$500 annual license fee. A Conditional Use Verification (CUV) application is free. Liability insurance of at least $500,000 is also required.
How often do I renew?
Annual. The business license carries a $500 annual license fee.
Does it have to be my primary residence?
Yes, and the host must be present. The homeowner must reside on site throughout the guests' entire stay.
What else should I know?
- The property must have no more than three bedrooms (including the homeowner's bedroom).
- The STR must be located at least 660 ft from any other STR and 2,500 ft from a resort hotel.
- The homeowner must obtain a free Conditional Use Verification (CUV) approval and pass a home inspection before the business license is issued.
Source: City of Las Vegas, Business Licensing Division — Short-Term Rental general information sheet (CD-10187-07-24). Verified as of July 5, 2026. Rules change, so confirm the current requirement with your city before you submit.
Las Vegas, NV short-term-rental permit questions
- Do I need a permit to run a short-term rental in Las Vegas, NV?
- The City of Las Vegas requires a business license to operate a short-term residential rental (fewer than 31 consecutive days), and the homeowner must reside on site during the entire guest stay.
- How much does a Las Vegas short-term-rental permit cost?
- $500 annual license fee. A Conditional Use Verification (CUV) application is free. Liability insurance of at least $500,000 is also required.
- How often do I renew my Las Vegas short-term-rental registration?
- Annual. The business license carries a $500 annual license fee.
- Does my Las Vegas short-term rental have to be my primary residence?
- Yes, and the host must be present. The homeowner must reside on site throughout the guests' entire stay.
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