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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Venice, CA

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

Zoning & Conditions

Home-sharing is permitted only for a Host’s Primary Residence and is limited to 120 nights per calendar year unless an Extended Home-Sharing registration is approved. Hosts must register, list the City-issued registration number on listings, comply with Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) rules, preserve records for 3 years, and follow noise, occupancy, and nuisance rules.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Obtain a Transient Occupancy Registration/Office of Finance account (TOT/BTRC); 2) Submit a Home-Sharing registration online via the City Planning Online Registration Portal (https://planning.lacity.org/home-sharing), providing ID, local contact info, and paying the $89 filing fee; 3) Receive and display the City-issued Registration Number on all listings.

Regulatory Updates — Venice

Proposed and recent legislation

PassedNovember 2019

LA Home Sharing Ordinance Full Enforcement

LA's Home Sharing Ordinance requires host registration, primary-residence documentation, and caps unhosted rentals at 120 nights/year. Platforms are required to verify registration before listing any Venice property.

PassedJune 2024

Los Angeles STR Platform Compliance Audit

LA Office of Finance audited Airbnb and VRBO listing compliance; hundreds of Venice Beach listings removed for lacking valid host registration or primary-residence documentation.

ProposedAugust 2025

LA STR Night Cap Reduction Proposal — Coastal Neighborhoods

Council member motion proposing to reduce the unhosted rental cap from 120 to 60 nights/year in coastal neighborhoods including Venice; pending full City Council vote.

Official Resources

Official Venice STR regulation source

Local Resources & Advocacy

LA Short-Term Rental AllianceLocal

Local coalition of Los Angeles STR hosts; monitors City Council proceedings and challenges overreaching ordinance provisions.

California Rental Housing AssociationStatewide

Statewide housing provider association that tracks STR legislation and provides compliance resources for California operators.

Vacation Rental Management AssociationNational

National trade association offering education, advocacy, and resources for professional vacation rental managers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Airbnbs legal in Venice, CA?
Airbnb listings are allowed in Venice, CA, but with restrictions. Home-sharing is permitted only for a Host’s Primary Residence and is limited to 120 nights per calendar year unless an Extended Home-Sharing registration is approved. Hosts must register, list the City-issued registration number on listings, comply with Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) rules, preserve records for 3 years, and follow noise, occupancy, and nuisance rules. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.
Are short-term rentals allowed in Venice, CA?
Home-sharing is permitted only for a Host’s Primary Residence and is limited to 120 nights per calendar year unless an Extended Home-Sharing registration is approved. Hosts must register, list the City-issued registration number on listings, comply with Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) rules, preserve records for 3 years, and follow noise, occupancy, and nuisance rules.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Venice?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Venice. 1) Obtain a Transient Occupancy Registration/Office of Finance account (TOT/BTRC); 2) Submit a Home-Sharing registration online via the City Planning Online Registration Portal (https://planning.lacity.org/home-sharing), providing ID, local contact info, and paying the $89 filing fee; 3) Receive and display the City-issued Registration Number on all listings.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Venice?
1) Obtain a Transient Occupancy Registration/Office of Finance account (TOT/BTRC); 2) Submit a Home-Sharing registration online via the City Planning Online Registration Portal (https://planning.lacity.org/home-sharing), providing ID, local contact info, and paying the $89 filing fee; 3) Receive and display the City-issued Registration Number on all listings.
Is Vrbo legal in Venice, CA?
Vrbo is permitted in Venice, CA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.
What taxes do short-term rental hosts pay in Venice?
Short-term rental hosts in Venice 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 Venice?
The most recent tracked change in Venice is "LA Home Sharing Ordinance Full Enforcement" (2019-11-01, status: passed). LA's Home Sharing Ordinance requires host registration, primary-residence documentation, and caps unhosted rentals at 120 nights/year. Platforms are required to verify registration before listing any Venice property. See the regulatory updates section on this page for the full history.
Can I rent my entire Venice Beach home on Airbnb while I'm away?
Only if it's your primary residence and only up to 120 nights per year (potentially reduced to 60 nights if the pending council motion passes). Non-primary-residence whole-home unhosted rentals are prohibited under LA's Home Sharing Ordinance.
How do I register as a Venice STR host in Los Angeles?
Apply for a Home Sharing Registration through the LA City Planning Department's online portal. You must submit proof of primary residency (driver's license, utility bills, voter registration), pay the registration fee, and renew annually. Platforms won't list your property without a valid registration number.
What taxes apply to Venice Beach STR income?
Los Angeles Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) at 14% of gross receipts, plus California state income tax on rental income. Register with the LA Office of Finance for TOT; Airbnb and VRBO may collect and remit TOT on your behalf for platform-facilitated bookings.
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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