Needles, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Bernardino County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 10%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
10%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
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 / TOT10%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Needles, California

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

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Needles, California?

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

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

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Needles?

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

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

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