Short-Term Rental Regulations
in San Diego County, CA

STRs are allowed only where zoning permits 'transient habitation' use types. Requirements include quarterly Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) remittance and adherence to occupancy limits (e.g., 90-day limits for resort services) and density standards defined by the specific zone.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in San Diego County. 1) Register via the County Treasurer-Tax Collector Host Compliance portal to obtain a TOT Certificate. 2) Verify zoning via Planning & Development Services to ensure 'transient habitation' is permitted and obtain any required land-use permits (e.g., Administrative or Minor Use Permits). 3) Maintain compliance with quarterly tax filings and zoning standards.

1) Register via the County Treasurer-Tax Collector Host Compliance portal to obtain a TOT Certificate. 2) Verify zoning via Planning & Development Services to ensure 'transient habitation' is permitted and obtain any required land-use permits (e.g., Administrative or Minor Use Permits). 3) Maintain compliance with quarterly tax filings and zoning standards.