Santa Clarita STR operators must collect and remit the city's Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on all rentals of 30 days or less. California state sales tax may also apply. Platforms like Airbnb may collect some taxes automatically.
The Transient Occupancy Tax applies to all short-term lodging in Santa Clarita. Operators must register with the city finance department and remit TOT on a regular schedule. Booking platforms may collect and remit some taxes automatically, but operators are responsible for ensuring full compliance. Failure to collect TOT is a separate violation from operating without a license.
Failure to collect or remit TOT results in penalties, interest, and potential loss of business license. The city actively audits STR operators.
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Santa Clarita restricts large commercial vehicles in residential zones. Heavy trucks, construction equipment, and oversized commercial vehicles may not be pa...
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Santa Clarita enforces street parking rules under SCMC Title 10. Vehicles may not park on residential streets for more than 72 hours. Posted restrictions var...
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EV charging supported by state mandates. AB 2097 prohibits parking minimums near transit. CALGreen requires EV-ready infrastructure in new construction.
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Pool barriers must meet CA Building Code requirements: 60-inch minimum height with self-closing, self-latching gates plus one additional safety feature.
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