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Firebaugh
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Firebaugh

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

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

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 4% Firebaugh 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. 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 Firebaugh lists 4% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
4%
State tax
Local only
License
Not available
Local filing
You collect and remit

Tax details

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

Firebaugh: Recorded exemptions

No tax is imposed on: (a) persons/occupancies beyond the city's power to tax; (b) U.S., California, or subdivision officers/employees on official business; (c) foreign government officers/employees exempt by federal law or treaty; (d) occupants staying more than 30 successive calendar days; (e) occupants whose rent is less than $2/day; (f) persons renting a private home/vacation cabin from an owner not regularly engaged in the rental business; (g) occupants of hospital rooms, medical clinics, convalescent homes or homes for the aged. Exemptions under (a)–(c) require a claim at the time rent is collected under penalty of perjury (Firebaugh Municipal Code Ch. 10, Ord. #212, S7).

Firebaugh: Recorded penalties and interest

Failure to remit carries a 10% penalty, a second 10% penalty if still delinquent after 30 days, a 25% penalty for fraud or intent to evade, plus interest at 0.5% per month on the tax from the delinquency date (Firebaugh Municipal Code Ch. 10, Ord. #212, S8).

Firebaugh: Recorded remittance instructions

City of Firebaugh

Source for these notes: firebaugh.org

Platform tax collection guidance for Firebaugh

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 4% 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. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Firebaugh occupancy tax4%Source linked
California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administeredSource linked
Licensing recordNot availableSource linked
Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Firebaugh STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Firebaugh occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Firebaugh?

The licensing requirement for Firebaugh 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. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.