Rohnert Park, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Sonoma County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 12%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
12%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year14 consecutive days maximum per stay
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT12%

Zoning Restrictions

  • Single room rentals only; whole house rentals and ADU rentals prohibited

Official Sources

Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Rohnert Park, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Rohnert Park, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 12% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Rohnert Park, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Rohnert Park, California.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Rohnert Park?

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Rohnert Park?

Short-term rentals in Rohnert Park are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 12%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Rohnert Park?

Yes — Rohnert Park sets a cap of 14 rental nights per year.

Where do these Rohnert Park short-term rental rules come from?

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