Rancho Cucamonga STRs must register with the city before listing. Registration includes permit application, TOT certificate, business license, safety inspection, and annual renewal.
RCMC Chapter 8.34 establishes a comprehensive registration process for short-term rentals in Rancho Cucamonga. Step one is submitting a Short-Term Rental Permit application with the $175 non-refundable fee, proof of primary residency, a site plan showing parking, house rules, and a designated 24/7 local contact. Step two is registering with the Finance Department for a Business License and a Transient Occupancy Tax Certificate. Step three is scheduling and passing an on-site safety inspection covering smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, bedroom egress, exterior address visibility, and electrical outlets. Once approved the operator receives a permit number that must be included in all online listings (RCMC 8.34 also requires the permit number be posted inside the unit). Annual renewal requires confirmation that the property remains the primary residence and that no permit conditions have been violated during the prior year. Changes in ownership require a new permit.
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