Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Sausalito, CA

No — Airbnb-style short-term rentals are not allowed in Sausalito, CA. Short-term rentals (less than 30 days) are prohibited in all residential zoning districts. The city defines transient occupancy as a non-allowed land use and enforces this through code enforcement and monitoring of online listings, with violations subject to monetary fines ranging from $1,500 to $5,000. The ban applies to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.), not just Airbnb. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals (less than 30 days) are prohibited in all residential zoning districts. The city defines transient occupancy as a non-allowed land use and enforces this through code enforcement and monitoring of online listings, with violations subject to monetary fines ranging from $1,500 to $5,000.

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Sausalito.

No. Because Sausalito, CA prohibits this type of short-term rental, the ban covers Vrbo just as it covers Airbnb and Booking.com — switching platforms does not change the legal status. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Sausalito are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Sausalito. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.