Short-term rentals are prohibited in all residential zones in Irvine under Zoning Ordinance Section 3-25-3.A. There are no insurance requirements because the activity is banned. Violators face fines of $1,500 per day.
Irvine Zoning Ordinance Section 3-25-3.A prohibits short-term rentals (less than 31 days) in all residential zoning districts. Because STRs are banned, there are no insurance requirements, TOT collection obligations, or operational standards. It is also a violation to advertise a short-term rental in any residential area. The ban is enforced by Code Enforcement at (949) 724-6326. Violators face fines of $1,500 per day and potential misdemeanor charges. The only exception is for properties in hotel-motel districts with proper commercial lodging permits.
Operating an STR is subject to $1,500 per day fines and potential misdemeanor charges. Advertising an STR in a residential zone is also a separate violation.
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