Ventura, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Ventura County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Fee: $1525Tax: 10%Owner Occupancy Required
$1525License Cost
10%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
License Cost$1525
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap11
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT10%

Zoning Restrictions

  • coastal zone
  • coastal zone boun
  • coastal zone whic

Official Sources

rma.venturacounty.gov/divisions/code-compliance/temporary-rental-units/cityofventura.ca.gov/1565/Short-Term-Vacation-Rentalsrma.venturacounty.gov/divisions/planning/temporary-rental-unit-ordinance-frequently-asked-questions/
Data confidence: 72%Last updated: June 1, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Ventura, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Ventura, California are allowed with a permit. The property must be owner-occupied. A lodging/occupancy tax of 10% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Ventura, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Ventura, California. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

The fee is $1525.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Ventura?

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

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Ventura, Ventura County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.