Walnut Creek, California Short Term Rental Regulations

City Code of Ordinances

Pursuant to the Walnut Creek Zoning Ordinance, residential occupancy of 30 days or less is considered transient rather than permanent and is therefore only permitted as a bed and breakfast inn, hotel, or motel. These uses are prohibited in the City's residential districts, except that bed and breakfast inns may be allowed upon the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit in the R (Single Family Residential), D-3 (Duplex Residential), and M (Multiple Family Residential) zoning districts. Look up your zoning and General Plan land use requirements to learn what's allowed on the property.

Contact the Walnut Creek Community Development Department for more information.

Business License Requirements

Bed and Breakfast inns may be allowed upon the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit. For more information, see this guide on how to apply.

Building and Housing Standards

Walnut Creek has rules and regulations that specify minimum building, design, maintenance standards, habitability, health, and safety requirements. Some rules and regulations that apply to residential and non-residential properties may apply to your listing. Consult the City of Walnut Creek Building codes for more information.

Tourist and Local Taxes

Pursuant to the Walnut Creek Municipal Code, the operation of a bed and breakfast inn is subject to the City's transient occupancy tax. These provisions only apply when the tenancy is conditioned upon the tenant's payment of any form of monetary or non-monetary compensation.

Other Rules

It is also essential to understand and abide by other contracts or rules that bind you, such as leases, condo boards, co-op rules, HOA rules, or rules established by tenant organizations. Please read your lease agreement and check with your landlord if applicable. Visit Walnut Creek for more information.