Short-term rentals (STRs), referred to as "short-term rental properties," are regulated but legal in Doña Ana County, New Mexico. Operators must obtain a business registration certificate from the county and a short-term rental permit from the Doña Ana County Community Development Department (CDD), which include a one-time fee of $50 and an annual renewal fee of $35. This regulatory framework encourages diverse offerings including urban apartments typically found in Las Cruces and more rural settings, such as cabins, which appeal to tourists. The local tourism industry is vibrant, heavily supported by attractions like local festivals and natural parks, but there is also demand from business travelers visiting local enterprises and institutions, primarily those associated with New Mexico State University. The county provides monitoring and enforcement through the CDD, ensuring compliance with local codes and noise regulations. For further details on regulations, you can visit the official Doña Ana County website on short-term rentals at and the City of Las Cruces' guidelines on short-term rental property registration and lodgers tax at.