Burlingame, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Mateo County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
120Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$200 initial; $100 annual renewal
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year120
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

burlingame.org/436/Short-Term-Rental-Program
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Burlingame, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Burlingame, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200 initial; $100 annual rene). The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Burlingame, California?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $200 initial; $100 annual rene.

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

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

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

These details are verified against Burlingame'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 Burlingame, San Mateo County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.