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San Diego Airbnb Regulations

STR permit requirements and rules in San Diego, California

Strict EnforcementPermit Required

Verify Before Investing

This information is for educational purposes only. Regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements directly with San Diego government before making investment decisions.

Overview

San Diego passed STR regulations in 2022. Mission Beach and some areas have caps. Permits required citywide.

Recent Changes: 2022 regulations created a tiered license system. Whole-home rentals (Tier 2) are capped at 1% of housing stock citywide.

Permit Requirements

Permit Required
Yes
Permit Types
Tier 1 (Primary Residence), Tier 2 (Whole Home - Any Zone), Tier 3 (Mission Beach), Tier 4 (Grandfathered)
Permit Cost
$1,000+ annually (varies by tier)
Renewal
Annual

Operating Rules

Max Occupancy
2 per bedroom plus 2 (max 10)
Quiet Hours
10pm - 8am
Parking
Off-street parking required

Taxes Required

  • 10.5% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
  • San Diego Tourism Marketing District

Official Resources