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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Huntington Beach, CA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals (30 nights or fewer) are restricted to owner-occupied (hosted) units citywide (Zone 1 and 2). Unhosted rentals are only permitted in Sunset Beach (Zone 2) for existing units that obtained permits by March 1, 2022; no new unhosted permits are issued. Requirements include a 24/7 local contact with a 1-hour response time, minimum renter age of 25, and mandatory collection of 10% TOT and 4% TBID.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit an online application via the Huntington Beach ACA portal and pay the $639 initial fee. 2) Provide a third-party life-safety inspection certification and proof of liability insurance. 3) Complete a City Code Enforcement inspection; once approved, obtain a business license and remit TOT/TBID quarterly via the Deckard portal.

Official Resources

Official Huntington Beach STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Huntington Beach, CA?
Short-term rentals (30 nights or fewer) are restricted to owner-occupied (hosted) units citywide (Zone 1 and 2). Unhosted rentals are only permitted in Sunset Beach (Zone 2) for existing units that obtained permits by March 1, 2022; no new unhosted permits are issued. Requirements include a 24/7 local contact with a 1-hour response time, minimum renter age of 25, and mandatory collection of 10% TOT and 4% TBID.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Huntington Beach?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Huntington Beach. 1) Submit an online application via the Huntington Beach ACA portal and pay the $639 initial fee. 2) Provide a third-party life-safety inspection certification and proof of liability insurance. 3) Complete a City Code Enforcement inspection; once approved, obtain a business license and remit TOT/TBID quarterly via the Deckard portal.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Huntington Beach?
1) Submit an online application via the Huntington Beach ACA portal and pay the $639 initial fee. 2) Provide a third-party life-safety inspection certification and proof of liability insurance. 3) Complete a City Code Enforcement inspection; once approved, obtain a business license and remit TOT/TBID quarterly via the Deckard portal.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction