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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Temecula, CA

Last verified: 2026-05-14 · Report an update

Which rules apply

Regulation layers for Temecula

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are prohibited citywide under Temecula Municipal Code (TMC 17.06.030); the City Council reaffirmed the prohibition on January 14, 2020 and increased fines for prohibited STRs up to $1,000 per day. Properties in unincorporated Temecula Wine Country, De Luz, and other unincorporated areas are subject to Riverside County’s separate STR program and rules.

Official Resources

Official Temecula STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Airbnbs legal in Temecula, CA?
No — Airbnb-style short-term rentals are not allowed in Temecula, CA. Short-term rentals are prohibited citywide under Temecula Municipal Code (TMC 17.06.030); the City Council reaffirmed the prohibition on January 14, 2020 and increased fines for prohibited STRs up to $1,000 per day. Properties in unincorporated Temecula Wine Country, De Luz, and other unincorporated areas are subject to Riverside County’s separate STR program and rules. 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.
Are short-term rentals allowed in Temecula, CA?
Short-term rentals are prohibited citywide under Temecula Municipal Code (TMC 17.06.030); the City Council reaffirmed the prohibition on January 14, 2020 and increased fines for prohibited STRs up to $1,000 per day. Properties in unincorporated Temecula Wine Country, De Luz, and other unincorporated areas are subject to Riverside County’s separate STR program and rules.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Temecula?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Temecula.
Is Vrbo legal in Temecula, CA?
No. Because Temecula, 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.
What taxes do short-term rental hosts pay in Temecula?
Short-term rental hosts in Temecula 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.
What is the latest short-term rental ordinance change in Temecula?
We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Temecula. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.

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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: 2026-05-14 · Suggest a correction