Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.
Short-term rentals of an entire home (Vacation Rentals) are strictly PROHIBITED in Santa Monica. Only 'Home-Sharing'—where the host stays on-site in the same unit as the guest—is permitted for stays under 31 days.
In Santa Monica, you can only rent out a room (or rooms) in your home if it's your primary residence, and you are living there during the guest's stay. These rentals can't be longer than 30 days. You can't rent out your entire home if you're not living there; that's against the rules.
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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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