Anaheim short-term rentals under AMC Chapter 4.05 must comply with occupancy limits based on the number of bedrooms and fire safety capacity. The 3-night minimum stay helps prevent party-type rentals.
AMC Chapter 4.05 establishes operating requirements for the 277 permitted short-term rentals in Anaheim. STRs must maintain a 3-night minimum stay to prevent frequent turnover and party-type rentals. Occupancy is limited based on the number of bedrooms and fire safety capacity of the dwelling. Operators must provide guests with house rules specifying maximum occupancy, quiet hours, and parking requirements. The permit application requires a floor plan showing sleeping areas. Events and gatherings exceeding the permitted occupancy are prohibited. The local contact person must be able to address overcrowding complaints within 45 minutes. Anaheim's proximity to Disneyland creates high demand for STRs, making enforcement of occupancy limits particularly important for neighborhood quality of life.
Exceeding occupancy: citation to permit holder. Events at STR: code enforcement action. Non-compliant operations: permit suspension or revocation.
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