Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Newport Coast, CA

Short-term lodging is defined as rental of a residential unit for less than 30 consecutive days and is permitted only in residential districts/zones designated for short-term lodging (R-1.5, R-2, and RM). The City limits the total number of active short-term lodging permits to 1,475 and requires payment of a 10% transient occupancy tax.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Newport Coast. 1) Verify property eligibility via the City address search to confirm the zone allows short-term lodging; 2) If the permit cap is reached, join the online waitlist; 3) When contacted by staff, submit the Short-Term Lodging Permit application and Business License via the Revenue Division, paying all required fees and taxes within 10 days.

1) Verify property eligibility via the City address search to confirm the zone allows short-term lodging; 2) If the permit cap is reached, join the online waitlist; 3) When contacted by staff, submit the Short-Term Lodging Permit application and Business License via the Revenue Division, paying all required fees and taxes within 10 days.