Riverside County does not restrict short-term rental certificates to a host's primary residence. Investor-owned vacation homes are eligible to operate under Ord. 927, subject to zoning, density caps in Wine Country, and standard registration requirements.
California cities like Santa Monica and San Francisco limit STRs to a host's principal dwelling, but unincorporated Riverside County takes a more permissive stance. Any qualifying single-family parcel in zones that allow STRs may obtain a certificate, regardless of whether the owner uses the home personally. Wine Country STR Policy adopted under Ord. 927 does, however, impose density caps and minimum parcel-size rules to prevent over-concentration. Owners of multiple STR properties must apply for separate certificates for each unit and maintain TOT remittance for every parcel.
Operating an STR in a zone where it is prohibited, or exceeding Wine Country density caps, can result in revocation, civil penalties up to 1000 dollars per day, and abatement.
Riverside County, CA
All short-term rentals in unincorporated Riverside County must register annually under Ord. 927, obtain a TOT certificate, and display the permit number in e...
Riverside County, CA
Riverside County Ordinance No. 927 requires STR Certificates for unincorporated areas. Application fee $740, annual renewal $540. Wine Country and Idyllwild ...
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