San Clemente, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Orange County
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Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
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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.