City Of Citrus Heights: Short-term Rental License

Press release from the City of Citrus Heights:

February 16, 2022

In the upcoming weeks, the City of Citrus Heights will be considering the adoption of a new licensing requirement for properties used as a short-term rental.

A short-term rental (STR) is a residential dwelling, or part of, that is rented on a short-term basis (30 days or less).

STRs are commonly found advertised on and rented through on-line platforms such as Airbnb or VRBO.

The new regulations will require the host or property owner of the STR to obtain a business license prior to operation.

At this time there is no action necessary. If the licensing requirement is adopted, this page
will be updated. Stay informed and sign-up for the Notify Me service to receive email updates on short-term rental licensing.

• Frequently Asked Questions (DRAFT)
• Proposed STR Business License Ordinance (DRAFT)
• Current Transient Oriented Tax Ordinance (w/PROPOSED EDITS)
• Property Owner of STR Letter

For more information, contact the Planning Division by phone (916) 727-4740 or by email planning@citrusheights.net.

Tentative Implementation Schedule (Subject to change)

Public Hearing to review and adopt regulations: March 24, 2022 (City Council meeting open to the public)

Regulations become effective: May 14, 2022

First day licenses are accepted: May 17, 2022

This press release was produced by the City of Citrus Heights. The views expressed here are the author’s own.