Mountain View, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Santa Clara County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 10%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
10%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year60 (unhosted only)
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT10%

Official Sources

mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/finance-and-administrative-services/billing/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Mountain View, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Mountain View, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 10% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Mountain View, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Mountain View, California.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Mountain View?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Mountain View?

Short-term rentals in Mountain View are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 10%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Mountain View?

Yes — Mountain View sets a cap of 60 rental nights per year.

Where do these Mountain View short-term rental rules come from?

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