San Clemente, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Orange County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $105Tax: 10%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$105License Cost
10%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$105
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT10%

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in San Clemente, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in San Clemente, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $105). A lodging/occupancy tax of 10% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in San Clemente, California?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in San Clemente?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $105.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in San Clemente?

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

Where do these San Clemente short-term rental rules come from?

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