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Moab, UT short-term-rental rules
Moab requires a Nightly Rental Business License under City Code Chapter 5.67 before operating any short-term rental; operating without one is a Class A misdemeanor. New residential STRs are prohibited in most zones and allowed only in eligible (e.g., resort) zones or as grandfathered uses.
What does Moab, UT require?
Moab requires a Nightly Rental Business License under City Code Chapter 5.67 before operating any short-term rental; operating without one is a Class A misdemeanor. New residential STRs are prohibited in most zones and allowed only in eligible (e.g., resort) zones or as grandfathered uses.
How much is the Moab permit fee?
$250.00 initial; $52.00 annual renewal (for 4 units or less, per Master Fee Schedule §3.50.050). Separate per-dwelling nightly-rental impact fees also apply.
How often do I renew?
Annually on July 1st (City Code 5.67.040).
What else should I know?
- New residential STRs are prohibited in many zones including A-2, R-2, R-3, R-4, and others; allowed only where short-term rentals are listed as a permitted use.
- No owner-occupancy requirement; restrictions are zoning-based rather than occupancy-based.
- Operating without a license is a Class A misdemeanor (City Code 5.67.090).
Source: Moab Municipal Code, Chapter 5.67 (Nightly Rental Licenses); §3.50.050 Master Fee Schedule; §17.09.700. Verified as of July 5, 2026. Rules change, so confirm the current requirement with your city before you submit.
Moab, UT short-term-rental permit questions
- Do I need a permit to run a short-term rental in Moab, UT?
- Moab requires a Nightly Rental Business License under City Code Chapter 5.67 before operating any short-term rental; operating without one is a Class A misdemeanor. New residential STRs are prohibited in most zones and allowed only in eligible (e.g., resort) zones or as grandfathered uses.
- How much does a Moab short-term-rental permit cost?
- $250.00 initial; $52.00 annual renewal (for 4 units or less, per Master Fee Schedule §3.50.050). Separate per-dwelling nightly-rental impact fees also apply.
- How often do I renew my Moab short-term-rental registration?
- Annually on July 1st (City Code 5.67.040).
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