Short-Term Rental Regulations in California
State Overview
California does not preempt local STR regulation — each city sets its own rules. California does not impose a state-level lodging tax — all lodging taxes are set locally. Cities in California
| City | Permit | Tax Rate | Day Limit | Primary Res. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | ✓ Required | 14% | No limit | Required | → |
| Palm Springs | ✓ Required | 12.5% | 6–26 days (varies by permit type) | Varies | → |
| San Diego | ✓ Required | 11.75%–13.75% (zone-based) | 20 days–unlimited (varies by permit type) | Varies | → |
| San Francisco | ✓ Required | 16.00%–16.25% | No limit | Required | → |
California's STR Landscape
California does not have a uniform STR framework, leaving regulation to individual municipalities. California does not impose a state-level lodging tax — all lodging taxes are set locally.
Regulation varies significantly across cities. Tax rates vary from 11.75%–13.75% (zone-based) to 16.00%–16.25%.
Other States
Arizona 2 cities Colorado 1 city District of Columbia 1 city Florida 4 cities Georgia 2 cities Hawaii 2 cities Illinois 1 city Louisiana 1 city Massachusetts 1 city Nevada 1 city New York 1 city North Carolina 1 city Oregon 1 city South Carolina 1 city Tennessee 2 cities Texas 3 cities Washington 1 city