STRs are banned in Irvine residential zones. There are no TOT collection requirements for residential hosts because the activity is prohibited. The city's TOT applies only to licensed commercial lodging establishments.
Irvine's ban on short-term rentals in all residential zones means there is no mechanism for homeowners to collect or remit Transient Occupancy Tax. The city's TOT ordinance applies to hotels and commercial lodging only. Operating an illegal STR does not create a legal TOT obligation — it simply constitutes a $1,500/day violation. No permit fees are available because no permits are issued for residential STRs.
Operating an unpermitted STR is subject to $1,500/day fines and misdemeanor charges. Tax implications on illegal income are a separate matter.
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