https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/ Recent short-term rental regulatory updates across California markets. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:16:32 GMT https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/anaheim/ California state legislators studying whether a limited STR preemption framework could apply to high-demand tourist markets; no bill introduced. Anaheim's ban could be affected if legislation passes. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-anaheim-2025-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/newport-beach/ Newport Beach City Council is reviewing proposals to extend permit caps to additional residential neighborhoods and to lower existing caps in areas that have seen significant STR density growth over the past three years. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-newport-beach-2025-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/laguna-beach/ City Planning Commission reviewing the entire STR ordinance; discussion includes potentially reducing the existing legacy permit cap further or converting to primary-residence-only policy. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-laguna-beach-2025-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/napa/ City Council reviewing whether the 90-night annual unhosted rental cap should be reduced further; housing advocates and neighborhood groups are pushing for a 60-night maximum. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-napa-2025-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/pismo-beach/ County-wide study examining STR density and housing availability; Pismo Beach included in scope. No restrictions are expected given the city's permissive resort character. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-pismo-beach-2025-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/santa-barbara/ Santa Barbara is reviewing whether to further tighten residential zone STR regulations, including lowering existing caps and extending primary-residence requirements to additional zone designations. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-santa-barbara-2025-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/venice/ Council member motion proposing to reduce the unhosted rental cap from 120 to 60 nights/year in coastal neighborhoods including Venice; pending full City Council vote. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-venice-2025-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/big-bear-city/ San Bernardino County planning study examining STR density and housing availability in the Big Bear Valley; no cap proposals yet but recommendations are pending. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-big-bear-city-2025-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/los-angeles/ LA Council members representing hillside neighborhoods have proposed adding density-based restrictions on STRs in the Hollywood Hills, Laurel Canyon, and Topanga areas, citing wildfire evacuation risks and neighborhood character concerns. The proposal is in committee review. Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-los-angeles-2025-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/sonoma/ City doubled code enforcement staff for STR compliance; fines up to $2,000/day for non-compliant operators. Enforcement actions increased 150% in 2025. Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-sonoma-2025-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/mammoth-lakes/ Mono County (governing areas outside Mammoth Lakes town limits, including June Lake and Crowley Lake) is coordinating with the town to develop consistent STR policies that prevent displacement of Mammoth-restricted operators to surrounding county areas. Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-mammoth-lakes-2025-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/san-jose/ The city council reviewed proposals to limit STR concentration in neighborhoods where housing affordability is most acute. Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-san-jose-2025-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/carlsbad/ Following a surge in permit applications after San Diego tightened its rules, Carlsbad's Council discussed capping total STVR permits within the Coastal Zone to manage density. Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-carlsbad-2025-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/beverly-hills/ California state legislators have not advanced preemption legislation that would override municipal STR bans like Beverly Hills', leaving the city's ban fully in effect and insulated from state-level challenge. Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-beverly-hills-2025-02-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/la-jolla/ San Diego confirmed no plans to increase the Whole Home STRO license cap for 2025, keeping the waitlist in effect for La Jolla and other San Diego neighborhoods. Existing license holders were reminded of the non-transferability rule. Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-la-jolla-2025-02-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/irvine/ The city's code enforcement division increased active monitoring of STR listings on Airbnb and VRBO, issuing notices of violation to property owners operating without permits. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-irvine-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/joshua-tree/ San Bernardino County launched an STR permit audit for Joshua Tree and surrounding desert communities, identifying unlicensed operators and properties using prohibited property types (RVs, multi-family) through listing platform data. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-joshua-tree-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/palm-desert/ Palm Desert increased enforcement of its neighborhood permit cap system, auditing active permits and revoking those in neighborhoods that exceeded density thresholds, with new permit applications in those areas denied. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-palm-desert-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/paso-robles/ Paso Robles enforced its zone-based non-hosted STR permit caps, denying new applications in R-1 zones that had reached their cap limit and placing applicants on a waitlist pending any future cap adjustments. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-paso-robles-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/sacramento/ Sacramento ramped up enforcement of the 90-aggregate-day cap for non-primary STR properties, using platform booking data to audit operator compliance and issuing fines for exceeding the annual limit. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-sacramento-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/san-jose/ Santa Clara County launched a transient occupancy tax compliance initiative targeting STRs in San Jose and surrounding cities, requiring registration with the county assessor. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-san-jose-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/santa-cruz/ Santa Cruz confirmed it is not processing any new applications for non-hosted or ADU short-term rental permits, with the moratorium extended indefinitely pending a comprehensive housing impact study. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-santa-cruz-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/tahoe-city/ El Dorado County, covering the South Shore, aligned its STR rules more closely with Placer County's North Shore framework to create consistent Tahoe Basin enforcement. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-tahoe-city-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/truckee/ Nevada County tightened STR rules for unincorporated areas near Truckee, adding noise monitoring requirements and reducing maximum occupancy limits. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT california-truckee-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/big-bear-city/ County revenue officials targeted unlicensed STR operators; estimated 30% of active Big Bear Valley STRs were non-compliant with Transient Occupancy Tax registration. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-big-bear-city-2024-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/oceanside/ Oceanside updated its hosted STR documentation requirements, requiring operators to certify host presence during all guest stays and maintain a log available for city inspection upon request. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-oceanside-2024-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/palm-desert/ The City commissioned a study comparing STR density across Coachella Valley cities to evaluate whether Palm Desert's caps align with regional housing and neighborhood-character goals, with results expected to inform future ordinance changes. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-palm-desert-2024-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/san-jose/ San Jose increased audits of STR listings to verify owner-occupancy, issuing fines to operators who listed investment properties not qualifying as a primary residence. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-san-jose-2024-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/truckee/ Truckee's annual permit lottery opened with a limited number of new STR permits available. Demand significantly exceeded supply, with many applicants turned away. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-truckee-2024-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/laguna-beach/ City increased fines for unpermitted STR operation to $2,500 per violation; repeat offenders subject to criminal misdemeanor charges. Enforcement actions doubled in 2024. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-laguna-beach-2024-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/oakhurst/ Madera County expanded its defensible space inspection program for STR properties in the Oakhurst area, requiring annual fire-clearance certification as part of the STR permit renewal process. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-oakhurst-2024-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/tahoe-city/ Placer County maintained its hard cap on STR permits in the Lake Tahoe Basin, with no new permits issued while the cap remains at capacity. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-tahoe-city-2024-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/big-bear-lake/ San Bernardino County and the City of Big Bear Lake increased compliance outreach and enforcement for transient occupancy tax (TOT) collection, targeting operators who are booking through channels not covered by platform tax remittance agreements. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-big-bear-lake-2024-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/carlsbad/ Carlsbad confirmed that all STVR permit applications in the Coastal Zone must demonstrate consistency with its Local Coastal Program, adding review time and potential grounds for denial. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-carlsbad-2024-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/irvine/ Irvine's city council reaffirmed its prohibition on STRs in residential zones, citing neighborhood character preservation and housing availability concerns. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-irvine-2024-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/la-quinta/ The City Council affirmed that existing General and Primary permits cannot be sold or transferred with a property. When a permitted property sells, the permit expires — buyers cannot assume the seller's STR status. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-la-quinta-2024-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/mountain-view/ Mountain View began using booking platform data to monitor compliance with the 60-day annual unhosted STR cap, issuing violation notices to operators who exceeded the limit and assessing fines. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-mountain-view-2024-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/sonoma/ County tightened permit requirements for unincorporated wine country properties; new caps on STR permits in agricultural zones; stricter noise, traffic, and signage requirements. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-sonoma-2024-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/torrance/ Torrance increased enforcement of its residential home-sharing requirement, auditing STR listings to identify non-hosted arrangements in residential zones and issuing notices to operators advertising full-home rentals without indicating host presence. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-torrance-2024-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/indio/ Indio audited STR operators for active business licenses and TOT registration accounts, requiring operators to bring all three registrations into compliance before permit renewals were processed. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-indio-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/la-jolla/ San Diego's STRO compliance team continued monitoring La Jolla STR listings for single-night offers in violation of the 2-night minimum stay requirement, issuing violations to operators advertising one-night availability. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-la-jolla-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/oceanside/ Following the non-Coastal Zone ban, Oceanside experienced a surge in permit applications for Coastal Zone non-hosted STRs, prompting the city to review whether a cap is needed to manage Coastal Zone STR density. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-oceanside-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/santa-cruz/ The City enforced its requirement that hosted STR operators reside at the property for more than six months per year, auditing existing permits and revoking those where the host's primary residence was found to be elsewhere. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-santa-cruz-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/truckee/ Truckee expanded its STR good neighbor policy requirements, including mandatory posting of rules, 24/7 local contact, and installation of noise monitoring devices for all permitted properties. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-truckee-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/anaheim/ City issued updated guidance clarifying that STRs are only permitted in commercially-zoned properties and licensed bed-and-breakfast establishments; residential exemptions are not available. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-anaheim-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/joshua-tree/ The County stepped up enforcement of its prohibition on commercial events at Joshua Tree STRs — including yoga retreats, weddings, and private parties exceeding occupancy limits — after a surge in event-use violations. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-joshua-tree-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/palm-desert/ Palm Desert's Good Neighbor ordinance was updated to require larger fines for repeat noise violations and mandatory permit suspension after three substantiated complaints within a 12-month period. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-palm-desert-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/paso-robles/ The City audited existing non-hosted STR permits in R-1 zones for compliance with the 100-foot separation requirement, identifying properties that were permitted before the rule took effect and grandfathering them with disclosure conditions. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-paso-robles-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/sacramento/ The City reminded all STR operators that a Sacramento Business Operation Tax account ($50/year) is required in addition to the STR permit, with penalties for operators without active accounts. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-sacramento-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/san-francisco/ San Francisco increased the annual STR registration fee in 2024 as part of a broader city fee adjustment. The increase applies to all new and renewing registrations. The fee remains modest relative to the revenue potential of operating an STR in San Francisco. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-san-francisco-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/santa-barbara/ Santa Barbara's Community Development Department increased enforcement against unpermitted vacation rentals through listing platform monitoring. Non-compliant operators receive citations requiring permit compliance or cessation of operations. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-santa-barbara-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/sunnyvale/ The city conducted targeted enforcement sweeps using listing platform data to identify STR properties operating without a valid Sunnyvale permit or in violation of the primary residence requirement. Non-compliant operators received citation notices and were required to cease operations pending compliance. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-sunnyvale-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/tahoe-city/ State and county legislation targeted 'party house' STRs around Tahoe with enhanced penalties, mandatory noise monitoring devices, and liability for property owners. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-tahoe-city-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/south-lake-tahoe/ South Lake Tahoe added wildfire evacuation plan requirements to the STR licensing process, mandating that operators post evacuation routes and provide guests with written evacuation instructions. Properties in high-evacuation-risk zones face additional compliance requirements. Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-south-lake-tahoe-2024-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/venice/ LA Office of Finance audited Airbnb and VRBO listing compliance; hundreds of Venice Beach listings removed for lacking valid host registration or primary-residence documentation. Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-venice-2024-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/beverly-hills/ Beverly Hills code enforcement uses listing platform monitoring to identify properties advertising short-term rentals within city limits. Identified properties are subject to citations and orders to cease and desist. Repeat violators face escalating fines. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-beverly-hills-2024-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/irvine/ A California bill that would have created a statewide framework preventing cities from outright banning STRs did not advance, leaving bans like Irvine's in place. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-irvine-2024-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/mountain-view/ Mountain View enforced its prohibition on special events at STR properties, citing operators whose listings advertised event hosting or whose properties hosted gatherings exceeding occupancy limits during Google I/O and other local tech events. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-mountain-view-2024-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/oakhurst/ Madera County updated its fire and life safety standards for STR properties to align with current CAL FIRE requirements, adding new obligations for emergency egress signage and fire extinguisher placement. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-oakhurst-2024-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/carlsbad/ The city increased fines for STVRs operating outside permitted zones and launched a dedicated complaint hotline, resulting in dozens of enforcement actions in the first six months. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-carlsbad-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/indio/ Indio deployed dedicated STR enforcement teams during 2024 Coachella and Stagecoach festival weekends, citing unpermitted operators and properties exceeding posted occupancy limits, with fines significantly higher than standard violations. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-indio-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/la-jolla/ San Diego audited STRO license holders across all tiers to identify operators holding multiple licenses through different ownership entities, revoking duplicate licenses and issuing fines for circumvention attempts. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-la-jolla-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/napa/ County tightened STR rules for unincorporated areas including new noise, traffic, and signage requirements; cap on new STR permits in agricultural zones to protect wine country character. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-napa-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/newport-beach/ The city tightened noise ordinance provisions for STR properties, reduced maximum occupancy limits in residential neighborhoods, and added off-street parking requirements that apply specifically to vacation rental properties. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-newport-beach-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/san-francisco/ San Francisco's Office of Short-Term Rentals renewed and expanded its data-sharing agreement with major booking platforms in 2024. Platforms are required to provide booking data quarterly, including dates, durations, and registration numbers, which the city uses to identify permit violations and unregistered listings. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-san-francisco-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/santa-cruz/ Santa Cruz confirmed that existing non-hosted STR permits cannot be transferred upon property sale. When a permitted property sells, the permit expires — buyers cannot operate as non-hosted STRs under the prior owner's permit. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-santa-cruz-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/torrance/ Torrance reaffirmed that all STR operators, including residential home-sharing hosts, must maintain an active Torrance business tax registration and remit applicable transient occupancy taxes. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-torrance-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/big-bear-city/ County tightened STR permit requirements; operators must post permit number in all listings and on-site. Annual renewal with safety compliance check required. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-big-bear-city-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/big-bear-lake/ San Bernardino County enacted an STR ordinance governing unincorporated mountain areas including Big Bear Valley, Arrowhead, and Running Springs. The ordinance requires county STR permits, noise and occupancy compliance, and mandates a local contact person. It also imposes density limits in residential mountain communities. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-big-bear-lake-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/joshua-tree/ San Bernardino County clarified that all guest vehicles must park off-street and that STR permits can be suspended for properties where guests repeatedly park on roads or desert land without designated parking spaces. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-joshua-tree-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/la-quinta/ The City confirmed that Homeshare permits — for owner-occupied STRs where the host is present during guest stays — remain available as the only new STR pathway for residential properties outside the Resort zone. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-la-quinta-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/paso-robles/ Paso Robles tightened restrictions on commercial events at non-hosted STR properties — including wine tastings, private dinners, and weddings — following complaints about event-use STRs in residential neighborhoods near downtown. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-paso-robles-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/pismo-beach/ City updated TOT rate for STR operators; all must register with the city finance department and remit monthly. San Luis Obispo County TOT also applies on top of city TOT. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-pismo-beach-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/sacramento/ Sacramento expanded its TOT audit program to cover STRs booking through platforms that do not automatically remit the city's 12% Transient Occupancy Tax, requiring operators to self-certify monthly remittance. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-sacramento-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/oakhurst/ Madera County conducted an audit using Yosemite-area booking platform data to identify unpermitted STR operators in Oakhurst, issuing compliance notices and fines to operators without active permits. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-oakhurst-2024-02-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/oceanside/ Oceanside's ban on non-hosted short-term rentals outside the Coastal Zone took effect February 10, 2024. Operators with non-hosted STRs in non-Coastal Zone areas were required to cease operations or transition to hosted arrangements. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-oceanside-2024-02-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/palm-springs/ Palm Springs strengthened Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) collection enforcement in 2024, requiring all platforms (Airbnb, VRBO, etc.) to remit TOT directly to the city. Operators must still ensure their properties are properly registered or face penalties even when platforms remit taxes. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-palm-springs-2024-02-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/indio/ Indio added a building code compliance inspection to the initial STR permit process, verifying that properties meet egress, electrical, and plumbing standards before a permit is issued. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-indio-2024-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/mammoth-lakes/ Mammoth Lakes substantially increased annual STR license fees, directing proceeds to the town's affordable housing programs. The fee structure reflects the town's policy that vacation rentals contribute to the housing cost crisis and should help fund solutions. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-mammoth-lakes-2024-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/mountain-view/ Mountain View added a local contact response requirement for all STR permits, specifying that operators must designate a contact able to respond to the property within a reasonable time for noise and safety complaints. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-mountain-view-2024-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/torrance/ Torrance clarified the permit process for STRs in commercial zones, specifying documentation requirements and confirming that commercial zone operators are not subject to the home-sharing host presence requirement. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT california-torrance-2024-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/palm-springs/ Palm Springs implemented a 26-contract-per-year cap for newly issued STR permits, limiting new operators to hosting guests no more than 26 times annually. Existing permit holders with a track record of compliance are not subject to the same cap. The rule is intended to phase in new operators gradually. Sun, 01 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-palm-springs-2023-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/south-lake-tahoe/ South Lake Tahoe established a citywide cap on total STR permits and banned new STR permits outright in certain residential zones designated as priority long-term housing areas. STRs in allowed zones are subject to the citywide cap, waitlists, and lottery allocation. Sun, 01 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-south-lake-tahoe-2023-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/south-lake-tahoe/ STR permits in South Lake Tahoe do not transfer when a property is sold. New owners must apply for a fresh permit, and given the citywide cap, there is no guarantee a new permit will be issued. This policy has significantly affected real estate pricing for properties previously operating as vacation rentals. Sun, 01 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-south-lake-tahoe-2023-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/anaheim/ City continues active enforcement of 2018 residential STR ban; code enforcement officers respond to complaints and patrol listing platforms for non-compliant operators. Fines up to $1,000/day for violations. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-anaheim-2023-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/mammoth-lakes/ Mammoth Lakes capped total STR permits and adopted a non-transferable permit policy: when a property is sold, the STR permit expires and the new owner must reapply. Given the cap, a new permit is not guaranteed. This policy significantly affects the investment value of STR-licensed Mammoth properties. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-mammoth-lakes-2023-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/santa-barbara/ Santa Barbara requires STR operators in residential zones to use the property as their primary residence for whole-home (non-hosted) rentals. A city-wide cap on non-hosted rental permits applies in residential zones, and when the cap is reached, new applicants are waitlisted. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-santa-barbara-2023-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/sunnyvale/ Sunnyvale's STR permit renewal process requires re-verification of primary residency status each year. Operators who no longer occupy the permitted property as their primary home must cease STR operations and surrender their permit. The city uses utility billing records and voter registration to verify residency claims. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-sunnyvale-2023-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/san-diego/ The first Tier 3 lottery in 2023 was heavily oversubscribed, with far more applicants than available permits. Many longtime operators who had operated legally under prior rules did not receive a license. Legal challenges from unsuccessful applicants alleged procedural irregularities in the lottery process. The city defended the process and subsequent lotteries have proceeded. Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-san-diego-2023-08-15 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/big-bear-lake/ The City of Big Bear Lake implemented a cap on total STR permits issued and imposed density limits restricting the percentage of homes on any given block that may be licensed as vacation rentals. New permits are issued on a waitlist basis when the cap is reached. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-big-bear-lake-2023-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/laguna-beach/ City enforcing permit caps; no new non-primary-residence whole-home STR permits are being issued. Existing legacy permit holders must renew annually; transfers upon sale are not permitted. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-laguna-beach-2023-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/newport-beach/ Newport Beach implemented permit caps in residential areas including the Balboa Peninsula and West Newport, limiting the total number of active STR licenses in each zone. When caps are reached, new applicants are waitlisted. Permits are not transferable on property sale. Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-newport-beach-2023-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/san-diego/ San Diego's City Council approved a four-tier STR licensing system effective July 2023. Tier 1 covers hosted home-sharing (host present); Tier 2 covers primary-residence whole-home rentals when the host is away (limited nights); Tier 3 covers non-primary-residence whole-home rentals, capped at roughly 1% of the city's total housing units via annual lottery; and Tier 4 is a legacy status for Mission Beach properties. The transition was contentious, with thousands of operators losing the ability to legally operate. Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-san-diego-2023-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/san-diego/ Mission Beach was granted a separate Tier 4 license category acknowledging the beach community's historic reliance on vacation rentals as a primary source of income. Tier 4 permits are not subject to the citywide 1% cap, providing somewhat greater stability for Mission Beach operators. This special status reflects the unique character of the community where vacation rentals predate modern STR regulation. Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-san-diego-2023-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/la-quinta/ La Quinta's permanent ban on issuing new General and Primary category STVR permits is now fully in effect under LQMC §3.25. Only Homeshare permits for owner-occupied properties and Resort area permits remain available. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-la-quinta-2023-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/los-angeles/ Los Angeles significantly expanded enforcement of its Home-Sharing Ordinance beginning in 2023, directing LADBS (Department of Building and Safety) to conduct proactive audits of platform listings. Operators found to be renting non-primary residences face fines of $1,500 per violation per day. The city has revoked hundreds of registrations for primary-residency fraud. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-los-angeles-2023-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/sonoma/ City enacted primary-residence requirement for whole-home unhosted STRs; investment properties cannot be operated as unhosted vacation rentals. Annual city permit required for compliant operators. Sat, 01 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-sonoma-2023-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/beverly-hills/ Beverly Hills prohibits short-term rentals in its residential zones. The ban has been in effect and is enforced through code compliance monitoring of listing platforms. Properties offering short-term rentals in residential zones face citations, fines, and potential legal action. Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT california-beverly-hills-2023-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/napa/ City enacted STR ordinance limiting whole-home unhosted rentals to primary residences with a 90-night annual cap. Annual city permit required; non-compliant operators face fines up to $1,000/day. Sat, 01 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT california-napa-2022-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/pismo-beach/ City requires annual STR permit with fire safety inspection; permit number required in all platform listings. Occupancy limits and noise compliance enforced. Sat, 01 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT california-pismo-beach-2022-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/sunnyvale/ Sunnyvale's STR ordinance requires all operators to use the property as their primary residence and to be present or designate an on-site host for any rental periods exceeding 30 consecutive days. Non-hosted rentals are subject to an annual night cap. Investment properties and absentee-owned homes are ineligible for STR permits. Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT california-sunnyvale-2022-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/palm-springs/ Palm Springs enforces caps on the percentage of single-family homes in each neighborhood that can operate as STRs. Once a neighborhood reaches its cap, new permits are not issued regardless of other eligibility. Cap percentages vary by neighborhood type. Tue, 01 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT california-palm-springs-2022-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/los-angeles/ Los Angeles requires hosts who wish to rent their primary residence while absent to obtain an Extended Absence Permit, which allows up to 90 days of unhosted rentals per calendar year. The permit requires an additional fee and attestation that the host intends to return to the property. Permits are non-transferable. Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT california-los-angeles-2019-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/venice/ LA's Home Sharing Ordinance requires host registration, primary-residence documentation, and caps unhosted rentals at 120 nights/year. Platforms are required to verify registration before listing any Venice property. Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT california-venice-2019-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/california/san-francisco/ San Francisco's 90-night annual cap on unhosted rentals (where the host is not present) has been continuously enforced since 2017 through data-sharing agreements with Airbnb and VRBO. Operators who exceed the cap face registration revocation. The Office of Short-Term Rentals sends automated warnings to hosts approaching the cap. Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT california-san-francisco-2017-01-01