Ojai, CA Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Overnight Formula
- 2 per bedroom + 2 (max 10)
- Daytime Visitors
- Up to 2x overnight limit
- Events/Parties
- Prohibited
- Posting Required
- In listing and inside property
Summary
Ojai limits STR occupancy to 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 additional, with a maximum of 10 overnight guests regardless of property size. Daytime gatherings are limited to twice the overnight limit.
17920.3. Any building or portion thereof, regardless of zoning designation or approved uses of the building, including any dwelling unit, guestroom or suite of rooms, or the premises on which the same is located, in which there exists any of the following listed conditions to an extent that endangers the life, limb, health, property, safety, or welfare of the occupants of the building, nearby residents, or the public shall be deemed and hereby is declared to be a substandard building: (a) Inadequate sanitation shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) Lack of, or improper water closet, lavatory, or bathtub or shower in a dwelling unit. (2) Lack of, or improper water closets, lavatories, and bathtubs or showers per number of guests in a hotel.
Full Breakdown
Maximum overnight occupancy is calculated as 2 persons per bedroom plus 2, not to exceed 10 total. Children under 2 are not counted. Daytime visitors may not exceed twice the overnight occupancy limit. No events, parties, or commercial gatherings are permitted at STR properties. The occupancy limit must be posted in the rental listing and inside the property. Operators must include occupancy limits in all rental agreements.
Violations & Fines
Exceeding occupancy limits: $500 fine per occurrence. Hosting an event or party: $1,000 fine and permit revocation review.
Frequently Asked Questions
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