Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Santa Monica, CA

Home-sharing is allowed only in the host's primary residence where the host remains on-site during the stay; 'vacation rentals' (exclusive transient use) are prohibited. Occupancy is limited to the lesser of 10 persons, one person per 200 square feet, or two adults per bedroom. Hosts are limited to two listings per platform and must provide listing URLs to the City within 10 days of approval.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Santa Monica. 1) Submit a combined Home-Sharing Permit and Business License application with a $100 non-refundable fee and proof of primary residency (e.g., DMV registration, utility bill). 2) Upon approval, include the issued business license number in all listings and provide listing URLs to Code Enforcement within 10 days. 3) Renew annually by submitting a renewal application and paying a $50 fee.

1) Submit a combined Home-Sharing Permit and Business License application with a $100 non-refundable fee and proof of primary residency (e.g., DMV registration, utility bill). 2) Upon approval, include the issued business license number in all listings and provide listing URLs to Code Enforcement within 10 days. 3) Renew annually by submitting a renewal application and paying a $50 fee.