Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Alhambra, CA

Short-term rentals are limited to a city-wide cap of 500 permits and are prohibited in ADUs, JADUs, industrial zones, and buildings with 5 or more units. Occupancy is restricted to two guests per bedroom, and a local contact must be available 24/7 to respond to complaints within 30 minutes.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Alhambra. 1. Submit a Residential Business License application along with the Short-Term Rental Permit application and government ID. 2. Provide a self-certification inspection report completed by a certified general contractor or home inspector and include at least 3 photos of the unit. 3. Renew the permit annually no later than 30 days after expiration.

1. Submit a Residential Business License application along with the Short-Term Rental Permit application and government ID. 2. Provide a self-certification inspection report completed by a certified general contractor or home inspector and include at least 3 photos of the unit. 3. Renew the permit annually no later than 30 days after expiration.