Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Corona Del Mar, CA

Short-term lodging is restricted to R-1.5, R-2, and RM residential zones. The City imposes a city-wide cap of 1,550 active permits; currently, no new permits are being issued as this limit has been reached, though a waitlist is available.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Corona Del Mar. 1. Verify eligibility via the City's address lookup tool; if the 1,550 permit cap is reached, join the official waitlist. 2. Once a permit is available, apply for both a Short Term Lodging Permit and a City business license. 3. Renew permits annually by October 31st by submitting the mailed renewal packet and fees in person or by mail to the Revenue Counter.

1. Verify eligibility via the City's address lookup tool; if the 1,550 permit cap is reached, join the official waitlist. 2. Once a permit is available, apply for both a Short Term Lodging Permit and a City business license. 3. Renew permits annually by October 31st by submitting the mailed renewal packet and fees in person or by mail to the Revenue Counter.