In addition to checking the Airbnb site, you can look up your city or county code online or at the local library. Alternately, a call to the local zoning board or administrative offices may give you the information you need.
If you have questions, contact your local government, or consult a local lawyer or tax professional. Business Licenses: Many jurisdictions require owners or operators of certain businesses to apply for and obtain a license before the business can be operated.
Yes, homeowners associations (HOAs) in California can restrict or regulate Airbnb and other short-term rentals within their communities. HOAs typically have covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&R) that govern what homeowners can and cannot do with their properties.
Yes, homeowners associations (HOAs) in California can restrict or regulate Airbnb and other short-term rentals within their communities. HOAs typically have covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&R) that govern what homeowners can and cannot do with their properties.
The best way to strategize on short-term rental restrictions is to speak to a board member. At the same time, you can consult the CC&Rs' (Covenants, conditions, and restrictions) advice. Knowing the potential risks of getting around HOA's restrictions is important. And we highly recommend doing it the legal way.
If your city isn't listed there, the first place to check is your local municipal or administrative code, which might be available online at your local government's website. To find yours, check out State & Local or Municode. A call to your city's zoning board or local housing authority could also prove fruitful.
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The best way to strategize on short-term rental restrictions is to speak to a board member. At the same time, you can consult the CC&Rs' (Covenants, conditions, and restrictions) advice. Knowing the potential risks of getting around HOA's restrictions is important. And we highly recommend doing it the legal way.
Renters: If you are renting your primary residence, you need to provide an affidavit signed by yourself and the property owner/landlord that approves you to host short-term rentals. The affidavit must be dated, notarized and include the name, address, phone number, email for yourself and your property owner/landlord.
Renters who are looking for a new apartment can go to airbnb/airbnb-friendly to find apartment buildings that allow their residents to host part-time on Airbnb. If they find something of interest, they can contact the building for more information.