Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.
The City of Long Beach strictly regulates short-term rentals under Chapter 5.64, requiring all hosts to register for an annual permit and prioritize primary residency. Unhosted rentals are capped at 90 days per year, while hosted rentals (where the owner is present) have no annual night limit.
To host an Airbnb in Long Beach, you must first ensure the home is your primary residence where you live at least 9 months of the year. You are required to pay an annual registration fee ($250 for most hosts) and display your permit number on your listing. If you aren't staying at the house while guests are there, you can only rent it out for a total of 90 days per year. You must also collect 12% in tourist taxes and file a report with the city every month, even if you had no bookings.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes 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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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