Morgan Hill, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Santa Clara County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 8%
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Santa Clara County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
8%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT8%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 72%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Morgan Hill, California

Morgan Hill, California has no separate city ordinance, so Santa Clara County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 8% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Morgan Hill, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Morgan Hill, California.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Morgan Hill?

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Morgan Hill?

Short-term rentals in Morgan Hill are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 8%.

Where do these Morgan Hill short-term rental rules come from?

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