Cupertino permits short-term rentals only in the operator's primary residence. Second homes, vacation properties, and non-owner-occupied units are not eligible, and the operator must document primary-residence status at registration.
Under Cupertino Municipal Code Chapter 5.08, a short-term rental is allowed only as an incidental use of the operator's primary residence, and the operator must document primary-residence status when registering under Section 5.08.040. Acceptable proof includes current California voter registration, vehicle registration, a health or vehicle insurance bill, or a recent pay stub dated within six months. Because eligibility is tied to primary residence, second homes, investment properties, and vacation homes cannot be operated as short-term rentals in Cupertino. Only one short-term rental is allowed per parcel and one rental agreement per night. Separately, California Government Code Section 66323 prohibits renting an accessory dwelling unit for fewer than 30 days, so an ADU cannot substitute as the unit.
Operating a short-term rental in a non-primary residence violates CMC Chapter 5.08 and is enforced under Chapter 1.12, resulting in denial or revocation of the registration and fines.
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