Berkeley charges a 15.05% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on all short-term rentals, plus a BID assessment. Permit and business license fees also apply.
Berkeley imposes a Transient Occupancy Tax of 12% plus a 3.05% Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) assessment, totaling 15.05% on STR gross receipts for stays under 30 days. Airbnb and VRBO collect and remit TOT automatically for Berkeley under voluntary collection agreements, but hosts remain responsible for ensuring taxes are paid. Hosts renting through platforms that do not collect must register with Berkeley Finance and file quarterly TOT returns. An annual STR permit fee (approximately 220 dollars) and business license fees based on gross receipts also apply. Late payment penalties are 10% per month up to a maximum of 50%.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
Berkeley, CA
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