Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lake Forest, CA

Short-term rentals are prohibited in all residential areas except for 'Limited Home Rentals' in owner-occupied primary residences. These are restricted to a maximum of three rental periods per calendar year, totaling no more than 90 days, and the owner cannot remain on the property during the lease.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Lake Forest. 1) Register the Limited Home Rental with the City as required by the ordinance. 2) Register and remit the 10% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) through the City's contracted portal (lakeforest.hdlgov.com). 3) Ensure the property is an owner-occupied primary residence and adhere to the limit of 3 rental periods and 90 total days per year.

1) Register the Limited Home Rental with the City as required by the ordinance. 2) Register and remit the 10% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) through the City's contracted portal (lakeforest.hdlgov.com). 3) Ensure the property is an owner-occupied primary residence and adhere to the limit of 3 rental periods and 90 total days per year.