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Richmond
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Richmond

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

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

  2. To do
    Get the Richmond short-term rental license or registration

    STRs treated as hotels under TOT Ch 7.88; business license + Home Occupation Authorization (RMC 15.04.810) and possible building inspection required

    Where to apply

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

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

  4. To confirm
    Find out how often you file and when returns are due

    The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Richmond lists 10% local occupancy tax. A license or registration is required.

At a glance.

Local tax
10%
State tax
Local only
License
Required
Local filing
Platform collects
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Tax details

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

Richmond: Recorded exemptions

a short-term rental ≤30 consecutive days falls under the "hotel" definition (§7.88.020(2)); a TOT form (PDF) is linked from the page.

Richmond: Recorded remittance instructions

Register with tax collector; returns/remittance per Ch 7.88; TOT form to Revenue Division

Source for these notes: ci.richmond.ca.us: short term rentals

Platform tax collection guidance for Richmond

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

  • Get the required license or registration

    Apply for the required license or registration with the licensing office before you list.

  • Collection of the 10% local tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

Sources & confidence

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

Richmond STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Richmond occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Richmond?

A license or registration is required.

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?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.