Sunnyvale does not currently require general rental property registration, but short-term rentals and specific multi-family programs may have notification requirements.
Unlike San Jose or Mountain View, the City of Sunnyvale does not maintain a citywide mandatory rental registration or annual rental permit program for standard long-term rentals. Landlords operating standard long-term rentals are not required to register units with the city or pay annual per-unit fees. However, rentals must comply with California state disclosure laws including lead paint, mold, bed bug, and flood hazard disclosures. Owners of multi-family properties may be subject to city housing inspection programs and must meet Sunnyvale Municipal Code Chapter 22 building and property maintenance standards. Short-term rentals (under 30 days) have separate requirements including a business license and transient occupancy tax registration. Rental property owners should also ensure compliance with California Tenant Protection Act disclosure requirements under Civil Code 1946.2(f) when renewing or issuing new leases.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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