Camarillo, CA

Camarillo restricts noise-generating activities including construction to 7 AM–7 PM Monday through Saturday. No noise-generating activities are permitted on Sundays or holidays. The ordinance is considered strict relative to other Ventura County cities.

Construction in Camarillo is restricted to 7 AM–7 PM Monday through Saturday only. Work is strictly prohibited on Sundays and public holidays at any hour. This is one of the stricter construction schedules in Ventura County.

All dogs in Camarillo must be kept on a leash when off the owner's property. Dog licensing is required. Animal control is provided by Ventura County Animal Services.

Camarillo's backyard chicken and livestock regulations are governed by Title 7 of the municipal code. Specific allowances depend on zoning district. Contact the Planning Division for current limits applicable to your property.

Camarillo imposes a 9% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on all short-term rentals of 30 days or fewer. Operators must register with the Finance Department and remit TOT monthly.

Camarillo requires short-term rental operators to obtain a business license and TOT registration. A safety inspection may be required. The city's STR framework is moderately regulated compared to neighboring cities.

Fire pit regulations in Camarillo are governed by the Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD). Portable fire pits must meet clearance requirements. Wood burning may be restricted on Spare the Air days.

Properties in Camarillo's WUI (Wildland-Urban Interface) areas must maintain 100 feet of defensible space under VCFD Standard 418. Open burning is prohibited. Camarillo's location near wildland areas makes fire safety a high priority.

Camarillo's street parking enforcement is primarily complaint-based. General parking rules apply under Chapter 11.20. The city is relatively relaxed on street parking compared to neighboring cities, with no citywide 72-hour rule prominently enforced.

Camarillo prohibits oversized vehicles (over 25 ft long, over 80 inches wide, or over 82 inches tall) from parking on residential streets Monday–Friday 9 AM–5 PM. Temporary permits are available but limited to 5 days at a time.

Camarillo may maintain a protected tree list. Tree removal or significant trimming in public rights-of-way requires city approval. Residents should contact Public Works before removing any tree that may be protected.

Camarillo fence height limits vary by zoning district. In A-E zones, front yard fences are limited to 3.5 feet; side and rear fences may be 6 feet. R-E zones allow 6 feet side/rear and 3 feet front yard.

Operating a home-based business in Camarillo requires a Home Occupation Permit. The prohibited uses list is lengthy and the city strictly limits signage, customer visits, and employee presence at the residence.