Step 1
Verify Zoning Eligibility
Check MapSantaClara to ensure your property's zoning allows for residential or commercial use that accommodates short-term rentals per Chapter 18.60.
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The City of Santa Clara requires all short-term rental operators to register for a permit, pay a significant transient occupancy tax, and follow specific night caps for unhosted stays.
To host a short-term rental in Santa Clara, you must register your property with the city and obtain an annual permit. If you are not present during the guest's stay, you are limited to renting out your home for a maximum of 90 days per year. You are also required to collect and pay a total of 17.5% in local taxes on all bookings.
Step-by-step guide for Santa Clara
Check MapSantaClara to ensure your property's zoning allows for residential or commercial use that accommodates short-term rentals per Chapter 18.60.
Submit a Planning Application through the Permitting Online Portal for a Zoning Clearance specifically for short-term rental use.
Register with the Finance Department to collect and remit the 13.5% Transient Occupancy Tax plus applicable TID and CFD assessments.
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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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