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Corte Madera
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Corte Madera

From the linked source
  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Corte Madera

    The record lists no ban. Zoning and HOA rules for your address still apply.

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

    Town STR program with registration; STR FAQ published by town (View source)

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 12% Corte Madera 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 Corte Madera lists 12% local occupancy tax. A license or registration is required.

At a glance.

Local tax
12%
State tax
Local only
License
Required
Local filing
You collect and remit

Other taxes or assessments may apply. Review tax context and confirm the full amount for your rental with the authority.

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What the recorded taxes cover

Recorded assessment: 12%

Of the 12% TOT: 2% allocated to Chamber of Commerce and 2% paid to County of Marin (town budget docs) The note describes an amount included in, or allocated from, an existing tax. It is not added again to the estimate.

Tax details

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

Corte Madera: Recorded exemptions

Per official Town of Corte Madera sources (2026-10-12): TOT is a tax of 12% for rental accommodation of 30 days or less; 2% of the 12% is allocated to the Chamber of Commerce and 2% is paid to the County of Marin (town budget book, stories.opengov.com/cortemaderaca). Measure E (1989 voter measure) increased the TOT from 8% to 10% and dedicates 20% of TOT to the Chamber (town council staff report, cortemadera.gov).

Corte Madera: Recorded remittance instructions

Remit to Town of Corte Madera

Source for these notes: library.municode.com: municipal code

Platform tax collection guidance for Corte Madera

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

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Corte Madera occupancy tax12%
Source
Source linked
California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
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Source linked
Licensing recordRequired
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Source linked
Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Corte Madera STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Corte Madera occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Corte Madera?

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.