Anaheim Permit Requirements Rules (2026): What You Need to Know

Anaheim's Short-Term Rental ordinance (Chapter 4.05) was enacted in response to the rapid growth of platforms like Airbnb and VRBO in the areas surrounding the Disneyland Resort, the Anaheim Convention Center, Angel Stadium, and the Honda Center. The ordinance requires a Short-Term Rental Permit for any residential dwelling unit, including single-family homes, condominiums, and accessory dwelling units, offered for rent for periods of fewer than 30 consecutive days. The permit is non-transferable and applies to a specific property and owner.

The application process requires submission to the Planning and Building Department and includes a property inspection to verify compliance with building, fire, and safety codes. Applicants must provide proof of general liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $500,000 per occurrence, designate a local contact person who can respond to the property within 30 minutes at all times during a guest stay, and demonstrate compliance with parking requirements (one off-street parking space per bedroom rented). The property must display the permit number on all advertising and listing platforms.

Permits are subject to annual renewal, which requires a re-inspection, updated insurance documentation, and a review of any complaints or violations during the prior year. The city reserves the right to deny renewal if the property has accumulated multiple verified complaints or code enforcement actions. The Planning Director may also impose additional conditions on any permit to address property-specific concerns such as proximity to sensitive uses, parking constraints, or noise history.