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Short Term Rental Regulations.
Short-term rental rules in Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and unincorporated Clark County are set by each jurisdiction, and they change. The table below states what each one publishes, with a link to its own page beside every rule.
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| Jurisdiction | Owner Occupancy | Distance Rule | Compliance Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Las Vegas | Owner OccupancyThe homeowner lives on site during the guests' entire stay. Source | Distance RuleAt least 660 feet from any other short-term rental and 2,500 feet from a resort hotel. Source | Compliance NoteAnnual license. Home inspection before approval. Source |
| City of Henderson | Owner OccupancyNot required. Two night minimum booking when not owner occupied, one night when owner occupied. Source | Distance Rule1,000 feet from an approved short-term vacation rental and 2,500 feet from a resort hotel. Source | Compliance NoteNoise monitoring required within the rental unit and any private common areas large enough for customers to congregate as a group. Source |
| City of North Las Vegas | Owner OccupancySee the official page | Distance Rule660 feet from other existing or proposed short-term rentals and 2,500 feet from resort hotels. Source | Compliance NoteConditional Use Permit and a notarized homeowners association letter required. Source |
| Clark County (Unincorp) | Owner OccupancyNot a condition. The county makes no distinction between a rental occupied by the owner during a stay or not. Source | Distance Rule1,000 feet between licensed short-term rentals and 2,500 feet from resort hotels. Source | Compliance NoteThe application period for short-term rental units is closed. Operating without a valid license is unlawful. Source |
Each rule was read on the jurisdiction's own page, or for Henderson on the city's official short-term vacation rental FAQ that its page links, as of October 13, 2026. The source is linked beside each rule. Rules change; the jurisdiction's page governs.
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Short-term rental eligibility varies significantly by jurisdiction, HOA, building CC&Rs, and unit-specific factors. The information here is general guidance, not legal advice. Verify all current regulations with the appropriate municipal authority and have any specific property reviewed before purchase. I'll help you navigate verification on any property you're considering.
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