In Santa Fe County, New Mexico, short-term rentals (STRs), locally referred to as "vacation rentals," are legal but subject to strict regulations imposed by the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners. The county has enacted Ordinance 2022-07, which requires operators to obtain a Business Registration and a Short-Term Rental Permit, with different stipulations for owner-occupied and non-owner-occupied rentals. STRs can be found in various types of properties, thriving particularly in the historic city center and surrounding scenic rural areas, where cabins and casitas attract both tourists and business travelers. The market strongly caters to tourists, partially due to the area's rich cultural heritage and numerous events, including art markets and festivals. Compliance with regulatory requirements, such as notifying nearby residents and adhering to occupancy limits, is overseen by the Santa Fe County Growth Management Office, which also manages permit applications and renewals. For additional information, visit the official Santa Fe County website at or the City of Santa Fe's Land Use Department page at.