STR hosts must obtain a Thousand Oaks business license and register with the city's Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) program. STRs are prohibited in certain residential zones; homeshares are allowed with a land use permit. TOMC Title 3.
Thousand Oaks requires all short-term rental operators to obtain a business license through the city and register for TOT collection (TOMC Sec. 3-14 series). STRs are prohibited in certain residential zones per TOMC Title 9; hosts should verify their zoning designation before listing. Homeshares (where the host remains on the property) are allowed with a land use permit. Ventura County's Temporary Rental Unit (TRU) program also applies to properties in unincorporated areas near city limits. Annual renewal of permits and updated documentation required.
Failure to collect or remit TOT may result in penalties, interest on late payments, and potential permit revocation. The Finance Department conducts compliance audits.
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