Fullerton regulates short-term rental occupancy as part of its STR permit program. Occupancy is generally limited based on the number of bedrooms, and overnight guests must be accounted for in the permit application to prevent overcrowding and neighborhood disturbance.
Fullerton's short-term rental regulations require hosts to specify the maximum occupancy in their permit applications. Occupancy is typically calculated as two persons per bedroom plus two additional guests, consistent with standard California fire and building safety codes. Hosts must not exceed the approved occupancy stated on their STR permit. Daytime gatherings that exceed the overnight occupancy limit may also trigger additional requirements or complaints under the city's nuisance ordinances. The city's STR rules are enforced through the Community Development Department. Overcrowding complaints may also involve the Fire Department for life safety concerns. Properties in multi-family zones may have additional restrictions based on the underlying zoning.
Exceeding approved occupancy limits may result in STR permit suspension or revocation, administrative fines, and potential nuisance abatement action under FMC Chapter 15.90.
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