Registration Rules: Anaheim vs Huntington Beach
How do registration rules rules compare between Anaheim, CA and Huntington Beach, CA?
Anaheim and Huntington Beach have similar restriction levels.
Anaheim, CA
Orange County
Anaheim effectively BANS new short-term rentals under AMC Chapter 4.05. Only 277 pre-existing permitted STRs may continue operating. New STR permits are not available. 3-night minimum stay required.
View full Anaheim rules →Huntington Beach, CA
Orange County
Huntington Beach requires an STR permit under HBMC Chapter 5.120, adopted in 2021. The city uses a two-zone system: owner-occupied STRs are allowed citywide (Zone 1), while unhosted STRs are restricted to Sunset Beach only (Zone 2).
View full Huntington Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Anaheim | Huntington Beach |
|---|---|---|
| New STRs | BANNED | - |
| Existing | 277 permitted | - |
| Min Stay | 3 nights | - |
| Code | AMC Ch. 4.05 | HBMC Ch. 5.120 |
| Permit | - | Required (annual renewal) |
| Zone 1 | - | Owner-occupied only |
| Zone 2 (Sunset Beach) | - | Unhosted allowed |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Anaheim FAQ
Can I start a new Airbnb in Anaheim?
No. New short-term rental permits are not available. Only 277 pre-existing permitted STRs may continue operating.
What happens when a permitted STR is sold?
The STR permit terminates. Permits are non-transferable between owners.
Huntington Beach FAQ
Can I rent my Huntington Beach home on Airbnb?
Yes, with a valid STR permit under Chapter 5.120. In most of the city (Zone 1), only owner-occupied rentals are allowed. Unhosted STRs are limited to Sunset Beach (Zone 2).
How many STR permits can I have?
Only one STR permit is allowed per host or operator citywide, including Sunset Beach.
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