Mountain View short-term rental operators must register with the city Finance Department, obtain a business license, and set up a TOT account before accepting bookings.
To legally operate a short-term rental in Mountain View, hosts must register through the city Finance Department, which issues the business license and assigns a TOT account. Registration typically requires the property address, operator contact information, proof of legal right to rent (ownership or landlord approval), and acknowledgment of obligations including TOT collection and remittance. Renewals are annual. Hosts must keep records of all bookings, rates, and taxes collected for audit. The city may require a local contact available 24/7 to respond to guest or neighbor issues. Operating without registration may result in citations, back taxes, interest, and penalties.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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