Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Commerce, CA

No — Airbnb-style short-term rentals are not allowed in Commerce, CA. Short-term rentals are currently subject to a citywide moratorium prohibiting new approvals, expansion of existing units, and the advertisement or operation of home-sharing and vacation rentals. The moratorium is in effect until August 11, 2026, pending the completion of new zoning regulations. The ban applies to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.), not just Airbnb. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals are currently subject to a citywide moratorium prohibiting new approvals, expansion of existing units, and the advertisement or operation of home-sharing and vacation rentals. The moratorium is in effect until August 11, 2026, pending the completion of new zoning regulations.

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Commerce.

No. Because Commerce, CA prohibits this type of short-term rental, the ban covers Vrbo just as it covers Airbnb and Booking.com — switching platforms does not change the legal status. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Commerce are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Commerce. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.