Occupancy Limits: Martinez vs Walnut Creek

Martinez limits short-term rental occupancy based on bedroom count and building code standards. The general rule is 2 occupants per bedroom plus 2 additional, with a hard cap tied to fire and life-safety code. Operators must post occupancy limits inside the rental and include them in platform listings.

Walnut Creek applies standard residential occupancy limits to short-term rentals — generally 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 additional, consistent with California Building Code and Uniform Housing Code standards. Hosts must also comply with parking, noise, and nuisance rules; exceeding occupancy is a common basis for neighbor complaints and permit enforcement.