Rancho Cucamonga, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Bernardino County

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STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $201.00Tax: 10%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
$201.00License Cost
90 (unhosted)Annual Cap
10%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$201.00
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year90 (unhosted)
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT10%

Zoning Restrictions

  • Residential Planning Zones Very Low, Low, Low Medium, or single-family residence in another residential zone; not allowed in Commercial or Industrial zones

Official Sources

cityofrc.us/everything-we-do/short-term-rental
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Rancho Cucamonga, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Rancho Cucamonga, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $201.00). The home must be the host's primary residence. A lodging/occupancy tax of 10% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Rancho Cucamonga, California?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Rancho Cucamonga?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $201.00.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Rancho Cucamonga?

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

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Rancho Cucamonga?

Yes — Rancho Cucamonga sets a cap of 90 rental nights per year.

Where do these Rancho Cucamonga short-term rental rules come from?

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