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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Middletown, CA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals in unincorporated Middletown must register with the Lake County Tax Collector and post a Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate on-site. Operators must collect and remit a 9% Transient Occupancy Tax and a 2.5% Tourism Improvement District assessment quarterly. The ordinance does not specify occupancy limits, guest caps, or residency requirements within the tax registration text.

Official Resources

Official Middletown STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Middletown, CA?
Short-term rentals in unincorporated Middletown must register with the Lake County Tax Collector and post a Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate on-site. Operators must collect and remit a 9% Transient Occupancy Tax and a 2.5% Tourism Improvement District assessment quarterly. The ordinance does not specify occupancy limits, guest caps, or residency requirements within the tax registration text.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Middletown?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Middletown.

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