Burbank, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Los Angeles County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
120Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$286.45 annual license; $201.85 application/permit
Permit Cap600 permits
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year120
Density / Distance Cap600
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Burbank, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Burbank, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $286.45 annual license; $201.8). The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Burbank, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Burbank, California. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Burbank?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $286.45 annual license; $201.8.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Burbank?

Yes — Burbank sets a cap of 120 rental nights per year.

Where do these Burbank short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Burbank's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Burbank, Los Angeles County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.