What are the key requirements for Sunnyvale hosts?

Hosted-only requirement: The host must be physically present during the guest's entire stay.

What zoning rules apply to STRs in Sunnyvale?

No unhosted 'whole-home' rentals allowed in residential zones.

What should Sunnyvale hosts know about adus built after jan 1?

ADUs built after Jan 1, 2020, cannot be used for short-term rentals under state law.

Are there rental limits in Sunnyvale?

Guest limit is capped at 4 adults, though minor children with an adult are excluded from the count.

What should Sunnyvale hosts know about hoa or landlord written consent?

HOA or landlord written consent is required if the applicant is a tenant or in a common interest development.

Short-Term Rental Laws in Sunnyvale, CA

Eligibility7 rules

Sunnyvale requires that the property be the host's primary residence.
Sunnyvale allows tenants to host STRs.
Sunnyvale requires the host to be present during STR stays (hosted rentals only).
Sunnyvale limits hosts to a maximum of 1 STR properties per owner.
Sunnyvale: ADUs built after Jan 1, 2020, cannot be used for short-term rentals under state law.

Requirements11 rules

Sunnyvale STR warning: HOA or landlord written consent is required if the applicant is a tenant or in a common interest development.
Sunnyvale STR warning: Hosted-only requirement: The host must be physically present during the guest's entire stay.
Sunnyvale STR warning: Guest limit is capped at 4 adults, though minor children with an adult are excluded from the count.

Application process3 rules

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Fees & costs1 rule

Sunnyvale charges a registration fee of $440.

Taxes1 rule

Sunnyvale charges a Transient Occupancy Tax of 0.125%.

Limits & restrictions3 rules

Sunnyvale: Each person can only register ONE property for short-term rental. You cannot legally operate multiple STRs.
Sunnyvale limits STRs to a maximum of 4 guests.
Sunnyvale: Guest limit is capped at 4 adults, though minor children with an adult are excluded from the count.

Safety requirements1 rule

Sunnyvale requires the following safety measures for STRs: smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher.

Penalties1 rule

Sunnyvale enforces the following penalties for STR violations: Maximum fine: 5000.

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