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Short-term rentals are PROHIBITED in the City of Calistoga residential zones. Under Zoning Code § 17.04.575, any rental of a residential unit for less than 31 consecutive days is considered an illegal transient use.
Score: 100 (lenient)
To host an Airbnb in Calistoga, your rental must be for 31 days or longer. The city does not allow 'vacation rentals' or 'home-sharing' for short trips in any residential neighborhood. Only licensed commercial hotels and specific bed-and-breakfasts in commercial zones are allowed to operate for short stays. If you list a residential home for short stays, you face fines of up to $1,000 per day.
Permit Required
No
Night Limit
None
Primary Residence
Not Required
Total Tax Rate
0.1%
Disclaimer
Regulatory information is AI-researched for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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