Temecula, CA Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)

Temecula adopted its short-term rental ordinance under Title 5 of the Municipal Code regulating STRs (homes, condos, ADUs rented for fewer than 30 nights). Operators must comply with Chapter 8.32 noise standards (65 dBA day / 50 dBA night at neighbor's property line) and STR-specific quiet hours, typically 10 PM to 7 AM, during which no amplified outdoor music, pool parties, or large gatherings are permitted. Maximum outdoor occupancy is generally limited to 2x the indoor bedroom-based occupancy and only during daytime hours. The city requires every STR to post inside the unit and on listings: (1) the local 24-hour contact's name and phone; (2) noise rules and quiet hours; (3) maximum occupancy; (4) trash and parking rules. The local contact must respond to complaints within 30-60 minutes. Verified noise violations result in administrative citations starting at $1,500 (per California Government Code §53069.4 for STR-specific nuisance) for a first offense and escalating to $3,000+ for repeats, with permit revocation possible after three substantiated violations in a 12-month period. Police non-emergency (951) 696-3000 logs complaints; the city's STR Hotline (when active) is listed on the Temecula city STR program page.