Mountain View does not impose a hard annual night cap on short-term rentals, but any stay exceeding 30 consecutive days converts to a long-term rental subject to different rules.
Unlike some California cities that cap unhosted short-term rental nights per year, Mountain View does not currently impose a specific annual night cap in its general STR framework. Any single stay over 30 consecutive days is treated as a long-term rental, removing it from TOT obligations but potentially subjecting the unit to CSFRA rent stabilization (Measure V) if it is a qualifying rental. Hosts who primarily rent short-term year-round should confirm zoning compliance and the status of any ordinance updates. If the city adopts a night cap in the future, operators must adjust bookings. Always verify current rules before accepting back-to-back bookings.
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Mountain View prohibits disturbing noise between 10pm and 7am weekdays and 10pm to 8am weekends, with enforcement by police and code enforcement officers.
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Amplified music from speakers, DJs, and live bands requires compliance with decibel limits and quiet hours; Shoreline Amphitheatre operates under a separate ...
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Industrial and commercial properties in Mountain View must comply with stationary noise source limits measured at property lines, with conditions enforced th...
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Mountain View Chapter 21 sets specific decibel thresholds varying by zoning district and time of day, measured at property lines with standardized equipment.
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Mountain View requires EV charging infrastructure in new construction under CALGreen Tier 2. Residential EV installations follow expedited permitting per AB ...
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RVs, trailers, and boats in Mountain View cannot park on public streets over 72 hours and face Large Vehicle Ordinance limits. Residential storage must be on...
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