Oxnard, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Ventura County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
100Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1 (rentals must be less than 30 consecutive days)
Max Nights Per Year100
Density / Distance Cap5% per general plan neighborhood; 200-foot separation between vacation rentals
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes — accessory dwelling units prohibited; mobile homes in mobile home parks prohibited; multi-unit properties limited to one unit; no vehicles, yards, or balconies

Official Sources

codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/oxnard/latest/oxnard_ca/0-0-0-79540
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Oxnard, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Oxnard, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Oxnard, California?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

Yes — Oxnard sets a minimum stay of 1 night and a cap of 100 rental nights per year.

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

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