| licence required | True | Permit required: Yes, Reno business license |
| owner occupancy required | False | Primary residence only: No, preempted by state |
| zones allowed | Permitted citywide subject to a 660-foot separation buffer between STRs | 660 feet between STRs |
scout note
Reno requires STR business license/permit. State preemption (NV SB 363, 2023) prevents blanket bans on non-owner-occupied STRs. Reno enforces 660-ft separation between permitted STRs. Occupancy capped at 2 persons per bedroom + 2 additional persons (max varies by permit). Legal bedrooms only with proper egress and closets. Fines for operating without license, violating spacing, or exceeding occupancy.