Goleta, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Santa Barbara County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Not permitted on ADUs
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Goleta, California
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Goleta, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 14% applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Goleta, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Goleta, California.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Goleta?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Goleta?
Short-term rentals in Goleta are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 14%.
Where do these Goleta short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Goleta'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 Goleta, Santa Barbara County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.