Short answer for busy investors: Yes—short‑term rentals are allowed in Springville, but only as a regulated use in residential zones and only with a business license and a Short‑Term Rental Use Permit (SSUP). You must own at least 50% of the property, live there at least 183 days per year, and follow strict caps on nights rented, occupancy, parking, and spacing. See the sections below for the step‑by‑step process, document list, and all critical operating rules.

Are STRs Allowed in Springville, UT?

• STRs are allowed in all residential zones, subject to an annual business license and a Short‑Term Rental Use Permit (SSUP).
• Owner occupancy is required: the owner must live in the home at least 183 days per year.
• The city limits the number of STRs (via the SSUPs), caps total rental nights per year, and imposes spacing/distribution rules.
• This framework was adopted through city ordinance (see City Code 11‑6‑133 Residential Short‑Term Rentals) and refined by the Planning Commission in July 2020; the City Council has the final say on any changes. (Sources: City Code; Planning Commission minutes; APA Utah news summary)

How to Start a Short‑Term Rental Business in Springville

1. Confirm eligibility

• You must be the fee title owner (or trustor of a family trust) owning 50% or more of the property.
• The STR must be in a residential zone.
• Owner must use the home as their primary residence for at least 183 days per year.

2. Obtain required permits

• Annual Business License (Springville business licensing).
• Short‑Term Rental Use Permit (SSUP), a special use permit approved by the city.

3. Prepare application packages

• A site plan that clearly designates which areas of the property are used for STR (e.g., whole home, basement, a bedroom).
• A parking plan demonstrating all guest parking can occur on‑site (no street parking by guests).
• Floor plans (as needed for verification).
• Contact information and response protocols for complaints.
• Evidence of owner occupancy (driver’s license, voter registration, or other proof of primary residence; see the city’s licensing checklist for accepted proofs).

4. Submit and follow conditions

• Submit both the business license and SSUP applications to the city.
• Comply with all operating conditions, including:
  • Maximum of 14 guests, one renter party at a time.
  • Maximum 182 rental nights per calendar year.
  • Minimum one night vacancy between rentals.
  • Owner-occupied ≥183 days/year.
  • Designated 24‑hour local contact capable of responding to legitimate complaints within one hour.
  • Noise/nuisance compliance (city disturbance and disorderly conduct ordinances).
  • Notification packet for guests (quiet hours, occupancy, parking rules, etc.).
  • Posting requirements (exterior sign and interior information packet; note: the Planning Commission recommended removing the exterior sign requirement pending Council action—verify the current version with the city before relying on this change).

5. Marketing and operations

• Maintain a 24‑hour local response presence.
• Provide guests with clear rules about parking, occupancy, noise, and contact protocols.
• Track rental nights closely to stay within the 182‑night annual cap.

Required Documents, Permits, Licenses, and Application Guidelines

• Property eligibility and ownership verification
  • Deed/title documentation showing fee title ownership or trustor status.
  • If a trust: trust documentation showing ownership/beneficiary interest.
• Application packages
  • Business license application.
  • Short‑Term Rental Use Permit (SSUP) application and fee.
  • Floor plan of the STR area(s).
  • Site plan showing all areas used for STR and on‑site parking.
  • Owner occupancy proof (driver’s license, utility bills, voter registration, etc.).
  • Local 24‑hour contact details and guest notification packet content.
• Code/ordinance acknowledgments
  • Agreement to comply with:
    • Maximum 14 guests, one party at a time.
    • Maximum 182 rental nights per year.
    • One night vacancy between rentals.
    • On‑site parking only (no street parking by guests).
    • Owner occupied ≥183 days/year.
    • Noise/nuisance rules.
    • Complaint response within one hour.
    • Spacing/distribution limits and STR cap.
    • Advertising permitted consistent with state law (see Utah statutes below).

Note on fees: City impact fees (sewer, power) can apply when adding utility services or meters, but those are not STR‑specific; they depend on your property improvements and utility setup. Contact Community Development for current fee schedules.

City of Springville STR Regulations (What You Must Do)

• Zoning and approval
  • STRs are permitted in residential zones only (with Business License + SSUP).
  • Owner occupancy is required (183+ days per year; primary residence).
• Operation limits
  • Maximum 14 guests per stay.
  • Only one renter/booking at a time.
  • Maximum 182 rental nights per calendar year.
  • Minimum one night vacancy between rentals.
• Occupancy and parking
  • Maximum 14 guests (no square‑footage caps for occupancy under the adopted ordinance).
  • All guest parking must be on‑site; no parking on public streets by guests.
• Distribution/caps
  • Citywide cap: one STR per 500 residents (≈66 permits at the time of adoption).
  • Spacing: no more than five STRs within a 1,000‑foot radius.
  • Waitlist: If permits are exhausted, a waiting list will be maintained; the city will report annually to the City Council on the number and location of STRs.
• Owner obligations
  • Designate the STR areas within the home (entire home, basement, room, etc.).
  • Maintain a 24‑hour local contact able to respond within one hour.
  • Provide a guest notification packet covering quiet hours, occupancy, parking, and contact information.
  • Post an exterior placard with contact information at the main entrance; maintain an interior information packet as well. (The Planning Commission recommended removing the exterior sign requirement—confirm with the city before assuming this is no longer required.)
• Compliance
  • Comply with all city noise and nuisance ordinances.
  • Comply with disturbance of the peace and disorderly conduct rules.
  • Manage parking, noise, occupancy, and guest behavior to avoid creating nuisances.

Note on pending refinements: The July 2020 Planning Commission recommended several changes (remove the day‑between rule, remove exterior signage, increase spacing flexibility, and clarify occupancy/related-party rules). Those recommendations require City Council adoption and may not yet be reflected in the published code. Verify the current enforcement policy with the city before relying on any proposed change.

County/State Context (What Else May Apply)

• Utah County
  • STRs located outside Springville City limits, but within Utah County, are subject to county ordinances (if any) and state law; county enforcement varies. For county‑area properties, confirm county requirements directly.
• State of Utah
  • State law generally preempts local prohibition of advertising for short‑term rentals and limits certain restrictions (see Utah Code Title 10, Chapter 8c and related transient room tax provisions). Municipalities can regulate many aspects of STRs (licensing, occupancy, parking, nights, etc.) but generally may not prohibit advertising.
  • Operators are responsible for transient room taxes applicable to lodging. Compliance with state tax law and local tax administration is required.

Contact Information and Resources

• Springville City – Community Development (Planning/Zoning/Building)

  • 110 South Main Street, Springville, UT 84663
  • Phone: 801‑491‑7862
  • Email: communitydevelopment@springville.org
  • Website: www.springville.org/ (Community Development)

• Business Licensing

  • Phone: 801‑491‑7862
  • Email: businesslicense@springville.org

• Code Enforcement

  • Non‑emergency complaints and inquiries: 801‑491‑7800

• Police (for immediate issues)

  • Non‑emergency: 801‑489‑9421
  • Emergency: 911

Source Links (as provided)

• Springville City Code, Chapter 6 – Supplementary Regulations (includes 11‑6‑133 Residential Short‑Term Rentals and 11‑6‑134 Accessory Dwelling Units)

  • www.codepublishing.com/UT/Springville/html/Springville11/Springville116.html

• Springville Planning Commission Minutes – July 28, 2020 (public hearing and ordinance discussion)

  • www.utah.gov/pmn/files/637275.pdf

• APA Utah News – “Springville adopts short‑term rental ordinance requiring owner occupancy”

  • apautah.org/planninginthenews/springville-adopts-short-term-rental-ordinance-requiring-owner-occupancy/

Important verification note: The Planning Commission recommended changes in July 2020 (e.g., removing the exterior sign requirement and the one‑night vacancy rule), but the City Council must adopt those changes for them to be enforceable. Check with Community Development to confirm the current, enforceable requirements before filing applications or finalizing business plans.