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Palm Springs

Short-Term Rental Regulations — California

$1084
Permit Fee
11.5%
Occupancy Tax
No
Owner Only
No cap
Day Limit

Full Requirements

Permit RequiredYes
Permit Fee$1084
Permit RenewalAnnual
Registration RequiredYes
Owner Occupied OnlyNo
Max Rental DaysNo cap
Occupancy Tax Rate11.5%
Platform Collects TaxYes (Airbnb/VRBO collect)
Prohibited ZonesTotal neighborhood density cap of 20% for vacation rentals. New permits subject to this cap.

Day Limit Notes

Limited to 36 unhosted stays per calendar year. Homesharing (owner present) has no stay limit.

⚠ Tax Notes

11.5% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) plus TBID assessment if applicable.

⚠ Prohibited Zones

Total neighborhood density cap of 20% for vacation rentals. New permits subject to this cap.

Official Source

Palm Springs City Government

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Last verified: 2026-03-23 · Always confirm with your local government before listing.