Short-Term Vacation Rentals (STVR) require an active STVR Permit plus a City business license. Application fee: $628 + $128 initial inspection. New permits are paused as of December 10, 2024, pending Coastal Commission certification of updated ordinance.
SBMC STVR provisions require active permit, business license, and nuisance response plan. Permit application fee: $628; initial inspection: $128; annual business license renewal. A $1,500 surety bond must be filed with the city OR the operator must provide a rental agreement prohibiting parties and loud events between 10 PM–7 AM. As of December 10, 2024, City Council paused new permits while the updated ordinance — which caps Downtown and Pierpont at 100 permits each with a 10% per-lane cap in Pierpont — awaits CA Coastal Commission approval. Existing permits remain valid.
Failure to collect or remit TOT results in penalties, interest, and potential permit revocation.
Ventura, CA
The City of Ventura establishes decibel limits for residential and commercial zones under its municipal noise code. Residential areas are limited to approxim...
Ventura, CA
Excessive or continuous barking that disturbs the peace falls under SBMC Chapter 10.650 general noise provisions. Animal-related noise complaints are handled...
Ventura, CA
Construction in Ventura is limited to daytime hours between 7 AM and 8 PM under SBMC Chapter 10.650. All construction equipment must be properly muffled and ...
Ventura, CA
Industrial and commercial noise in Ventura is regulated through SBMC Chapter 10.650 noise zone classifications. Industrial properties are Noise Zone IV and a...
Ventura, CA
Leaf blowers in Ventura are subject to the general construction and power tool noise restrictions under SBMC Chapter 10.650. Use is limited to the standard p...
Ventura, CA
Ventura regulates oversized vehicles and trailers under SBMC Chapter 16.217, adopted pursuant to CVC Section 22507. It is unlawful to park oversized vehicles...
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