Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Solana Beach, CA

Short-term vacation rentals (STVRs) are allowed for durations of more than 7 but no more than 30 consecutive calendar days in residential zoning districts; rentals for less than 7 days are prohibited. Operators must display the permit inside the main entry, post a 24-hour exterior complaint phone number, and remit a 13% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) monthly.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Solana Beach. 1. Submit an annual STVR permit application and disclosure forms to the City. 2. Pay the nonrefundable fee (equivalent to the business certificate fee) and remit Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) monthly. 3. Comply with operational rules including displaying the permit inside the unit and posting a 24-hour contact number externally. Permits expire December 31 and must be renewed by January 31.

1. Submit an annual STVR permit application and disclosure forms to the City. 2. Pay the nonrefundable fee (equivalent to the business certificate fee) and remit Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) monthly. 3. Comply with operational rules including displaying the permit inside the unit and posting a 24-hour contact number externally. Permits expire December 31 and must be renewed by January 31.