Palm Springs, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Riverside County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$1,046 (Vacation Rental New/Annual Registration Fee)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap20% of total residential dwelling units per organized neighborhood
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Single-family dwelling units only; prohibited in apartments

Official Sources

palmspringsca.gov/government/departments/special-program-compliance/vacation-rentals-1098
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Palm Springs, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Palm Springs, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $1,046 (Vacation Rental New/An).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Palm Springs, California?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Palm Springs?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $1,046 (Vacation Rental New/An.

Where do these Palm Springs short-term rental rules come from?

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