Richmond, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Contra Costa County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 10%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
10%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
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: 92%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Richmond, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Richmond, 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 Richmond, California?

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

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

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Richmond?

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

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

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