Long Beach imposes a 13% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on STR stays of 30 nights or less. Hosts must collect and remit monthly.
Long Beach's TOT applies to all stays of 30 nights or fewer. STR operators must register with the city's Finance Department and remit TOT monthly based on gross rental receipts. Airbnb collects and remits TOT on behalf of hosts for Airbnb bookings. Long Beach STRs must collect 12% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) plus 3% Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) assessment, totaling 15% on each booking. Hosts register through the Long Beach Finance Department and remit monthly. Platform facilitators like Airbnb remit on the host's behalf in Long Beach, but hosts remain ultimately liable for compliance, late filings, and under-reported rentals. Registration and permit fees run ~$250 annually.
Failure to collect or remit TOT may result in penalties and interest. Unpaid penalties can be added to the property owner's property tax bill. Operating an STR without registration can result in enforcement action including fines under both state and municipal guidelines.
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