Moorpark's short-term rental ordinance under Title 5 favors primary-residence operations, treating non-owner-occupied STRs as commercial lodging that must satisfy zoning, hotel-tax, and inspection requirements before any rental activity begins.
City staff review STR applications to confirm the unit is the operator's primary dwelling. Non-primary properties face stricter zoning review because Moorpark's residential districts are not intended for commercial transient lodging. Applicants must show driver license, voter registration, or utility bills tied to the address. The Community Development Department issues conditions tied to occupancy, parking, and good-neighbor performance. Operators who shift from primary-residence use must notify the city, and the permit may convert or be revoked.
Operating a non-primary STR without proper zoning approval triggers code enforcement, daily citations, and potential permit revocation under MMC Title 5.
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