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San Pablo
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in San Pablo

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

    The record has no finding on whether San Pablo 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 San Pablo requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 12% San Pablo occupancy tax yourself

    The record says booking platforms do not collect it, so you add it to every booking, platform and direct, and pay it to the authority.

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

    The record gives no filing schedule, though a note says returns are due by the last day of the month following the quarter. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for San Pablo lists 12% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
12%
State tax
Local only
License
Not available
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

San Pablo: Recorded exemptions

Allowable deductions include occupancy over 30 days (City of San Pablo TOT Return form).

San Pablo: Recorded penalties and interest

Penalty of 10% for failure to file by the last day of the month following the quarter; an additional 10% if not filed within 30 days after that; interest of 1/2 of 1% per month from the delinquency date (City of San Pablo TOT Return form).

San Pablo: Recorded remittance instructions

TOT form + remittance to city Finance

Source for these notes: sanpabloca.gov: taxes

Platform tax collection guidance for San Pablo

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbNoneYou collect and remit
VrboNoneYou collect and remit
Booking.comNoneYou collect and remit
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 12% local tax

    You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule, though a note says returns are due by the last day of the month following the quarter. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
San Pablo occupancy tax12%
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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.

San Pablo STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my San Pablo occupancy taxes?

You collect and remit this tax for Airbnb and direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in San Pablo?

The licensing requirement for San Pablo 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?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule, though a note says returns are due by the last day of the month following the quarter. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.