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Pinole
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Pinole, California. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

What you need to do in Pinole

Checked against the source
  1. To confirm
    Check that short-term rentals are allowed at your address

    The record has no finding on whether Pinole allows short-term rentals. Ask the planning or zoning office before you list.

  2. To confirm
    Check whether you need a license or permit

    The record does not say whether Pinole requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 10% Pinole occupancy tax for you

    That is per the record. On direct bookings, you collect and remit it yourself.

  4. To do
    File quarterly returns for direct bookings

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. If every booking goes through a collecting platform, ask the tax office whether you still file.

Verify each step with the authority before you file or apply. Source

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What to know.

The published guide for Pinole lists 10% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
10%
State tax
Local only
License
Not available
Local filing
Platform collects
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Tax details

Exemptions, penalties, filing information, and effective dates from the linked sources.

Pinole: Recorded exemptions

Exemptions: rent for occupancy over 30 days; foreign government exemption (Pinole TOT Return, per Pinole Municipal Code § 3.24.060).

Pinole: Recorded penalties and interest

1st penalty: 10% if 1–30 days late; 2nd penalty: additional 10% if 31+ days late; interest of 1.5% per month from the delinquency date (Pinole TOT Return, per Pinole Municipal Code § 3.24.060).

Pinole: Recorded remittance instructions

Mail form+check to Finance Dept or online via Paymentus (2.95% card fee, $1 eCheck)

Pinole: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Source for these notes: pinole.gov: transient occupancy tax

Platform tax collection guidance for Pinole

Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbNonePlatform collects
VrboNonePlatform collects
Booking.comNonePlatform collects
DirectNoneYou collect and remit

Platform collects means the platform pays that tax. You collect and remit means you pay it. Collection details unavailable identifies a missing answer for that channel. Filing duties are listed separately.

Your next steps

  • Find permit information

    Permit requirements are not available in this guide. The linked authority provides application information.

  • Collection of the 10% local tax

    Platforms collect this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

  • File your tax returns

    File quarterly returns for direct bookings. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. If every booking goes through a collecting platform, ask the tax office whether you still file.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Pinole occupancy tax10%
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California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Pinole STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Pinole occupancy taxes?

Airbnb collects this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Pinole?

The licensing requirement for Pinole is not available. Check state and local license or registration rules before listing.

What happens if I don't file?

Penalties and interest depend on the tax and authority. Check the applicable rules and contact the authority about any missed filings or payments.

How often do I file?

File quarterly returns for direct bookings. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. If every booking goes through a collecting platform, ask the tax office whether you still file.