Berkeley STR hosts must register annually, display the permit number in every listing, and renew the permit each year with updated occupancy and tax information.
All Berkeley short-term rental operators must register with the city before listing on any platform. Registration requires proof of primary residency, property owner consent (if renting), liability insurance, a completed safety checklist (smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher, egress), a Business License, and the annual permit fee. The assigned STR permit number must appear in every listing on Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, and any other platform. Permits are valid for one year and must be renewed with updated records including nights rented and TOT remittance. Berkeley actively scrapes listing platforms to identify unregistered STRs. Operating without a valid permit can result in fines exceeding 1,000 dollars per day.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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