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Diamond Bar
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Diamond Bar

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  1. To confirm
    Check that short-term rentals are allowed at your address

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

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 14% Diamond Bar 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 do
    File monthly returns

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Diamond Bar lists 14% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
14%
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.

Diamond Bar: Recorded exemptions

The official Diamond Bar TOT page (2026-10-12) confirms a 14% TOT (raised from 10% by Council action) remitted monthly by hotels, and references a TOT Exemption Claim Form, but the linked form pages resolve to broken City quick-links/404 pages during the City's website update; no exemption/penalty detail verifiable

Diamond Bar: Recorded remittance instructions

Submit TOT form with payment to city

Diamond Bar: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Source for these notes: diamondbarca.gov: transient occupancy tax tot

Platform tax collection guidance for Diamond Bar

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 14% local tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Diamond Bar occupancy tax14%
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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.

Diamond Bar STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Diamond Bar occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Diamond Bar?

The licensing requirement for Diamond Bar 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 monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.