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California Short-TermRental Licensing
California's coastal cities lead the country in STR enforcement. LA's Home-Sharing Ordinance limits non-primary-residence rentals; San Francisco enforces strict primary-residence rules.
California Snapshot
Local rules at a glance.
Permitting
City STR registration + Transient Occupancy Tax certificate
Taxes
Local Transient Occupancy Tax (10–15%)
Penalties
$500–$2,000 per day; LA City prosecutes repeat offenders
Key Notes
Many cities cap rental nights per year for non-primary residences.
California Markets
Cities we file in regularly.
Los Angeles
San Diego
San Francisco
Palm Springs
Lake Tahoe
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