West Covina collects a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on rentals of 30 days or fewer. The TOT applies to hotels, motels, and any lodging operation. Operators must register with the Finance Department and remit taxes monthly.
West Covina Municipal Code Chapter 21 (Taxation) establishes the Transient Occupancy Tax applicable to any person who occupies a room or rooms in any hotel, motel, or similar transient lodging for 30 consecutive calendar days or fewer. The tax is collected from guests by the operator and remitted to the City Finance Department. Operators must register with the Finance Department and file monthly returns. TOT assessment return forms are available from the City. Although short-term rentals are prohibited in residential zones, any operator found to be running an unauthorized STR would also be liable for uncollected TOT in addition to zoning violations. The Finance Department can be reached at (626) 939-8438 for TOT questions.
Failure to collect or remit TOT is subject to penalties and interest as specified in Chapter 21. Delinquent taxes accrue interest at the rate established by the City. Operating without registration may result in additional penalties.
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