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Hermosa Beach
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

Rental conditions are recorded in Hermosa Beach
STVRs banned in residential zones since 2016. permitted in commercial/downtown zones with permit (program extended). coastal-zone ban ruled unenforceable by LA Superior Court (no Coastal Commission permit) and city did not appeal.
Find published guidance for your Hermosa Beach address
Check published permit and tax guidance for Hermosa Beach.

What you need to do in Hermosa Beach

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  1. To do
    Meet the local rental conditions

    STVRs banned in residential zones since 2016. permitted in commercial/downtown zones with permit (program extended). coastal-zone ban ruled unenforceable by LA Superior Court (no Coastal Commission permit) and city did not appeal.

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

    STVRs banned in residential zones since 2016; permitted in commercial/downtown zones with permit (program extended); coastal-zone ban ruled unenforceable by LA Superior Court (no Coastal Commission permit) and city did not appeal

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 14% Hermosa Beach 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.

STVRs banned in residential zones since 2016. permitted in commercial/downtown zones with permit (program extended). coastal-zone ban ruled unenforceable by LA Superior Court (no Coastal Commission permit) and city did not appeal. The published guide for Hermosa Beach lists 14% local occupancy tax. A license or registration is required.

At a glance.

Local tax
14%
State tax
Local only
License
Required
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

Hermosa Beach: Recorded exemptions

file rate is 1400 (14%). A 2026 STR ordinance reportedly sets 14% but only non-official coverage was found

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

Platform tax collection guidance for Hermosa Beach

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

  • Get the required license or registration

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

  • Collection of the 14% 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.

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Hermosa Beach occupancy tax14%
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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.

Hermosa Beach STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Hermosa Beach occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Hermosa Beach?

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.