San Francisco requires all short-term rental hosts to register with the Office of Short-Term Rentals and operate out of their primary residence where they live at least 275 days a year. Unhosted rentals are capped at 90 nights per year, while hosted rentals have no limit. Units subject to the city's Rent Ordinance and Accessory Dwelling Units are strictly ineligible.
To host an Airbnb in San Francisco, you must register your primary residence with the city's Office of Short-Term Rentals. You can only rent out the home you live in for at least 275 days a year. If you are not present during the stay (unhosted), you are limited to 90 rental nights per year; there's no limit if you are present (hosted). Be aware that rent-controlled apartments (built before mid-1979) and ADUs are completely banned from being used as short-term rentals. You must display your permit number on your listing and file rental activity reports with the city every quarter.
Permit Required
Yes
Night Limit
90/year
Primary Residence
Required
Total Tax Rate
14.0%
Disclaimer
This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with local government authorities before operating a short-term rental.
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Permit Fee
$450
Processing Time
4-8 weeks
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