Placentia, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Orange County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 2Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
2Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
0
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay2
Density / Distance Cap300-foot separation requirement from other permitted STRs
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • 300-foot separation from other permitted STRs; not permitted in apartment complexes or in developments where units are not individually owned; not permitted on any property with an ADU or JADU

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Placentia, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Placentia, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Placentia, California?

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

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

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

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

Yes — Placentia sets a minimum stay of 2 nights.

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

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