Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Hayward, CA

No — Airbnb-style short-term rentals are not allowed in Hayward, CA. The City’s official guidance requires all rental units to be rented for terms longer than 30 days. Stays of less than 30 days, such as those via Airbnb or VRBO, are explicitly prohibited for ADUs, JADUs, and units created under SB 9. 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.

The City’s official guidance requires all rental units to be rented for terms longer than 30 days. Stays of less than 30 days, such as those via Airbnb or VRBO, are explicitly prohibited for ADUs, JADUs, and units created under SB 9.

No. Because Hayward, 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 Hayward 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 Hayward. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.