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Laguna Hills
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Laguna Hills

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

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

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 10% Laguna Hills 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 each calendar 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 Laguna Hills lists 10% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
10%
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.

Laguna Hills: Recorded exemptions

Per official City of Laguna Hills documents (2026-10-12): the city's TOT rate is 10% (Village at Laguna Hills Fiscal Impact Analysis, lagunahillsca.gov

Laguna Hills: Recorded penalties and interest

Per Laguna Hills Municipal Code Ch. 3-24 §3-24.080 (2026-10-12): original delinquency : 10% penalty in addition to the tax; continued delinquency : 10% of the tax for each subsequent 30-day period, up to a maximum of 50%; fraud : additional 25% of the tax; interest at 1% per month (or portion) on the tax, exclusive of penalties, from the date first delinquent until paid. Returns are quarterly (or a shorter period set by the Tax Administrator), due on or before the last day of the month following each calendar quarter (§3-24.070); taxes held in trust until remitted. §3-24.140: violations are punishable per the code.

Laguna Hills: Recorded effective date

1997-10-01

Source for these notes: codepublishing.com: lagunahills0324

Platform tax collection guidance for Laguna Hills

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 10% 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 each calendar quarter. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Laguna Hills occupancy tax10%
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California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
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Licensing recordNot available
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Source linked
Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Laguna Hills STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Laguna Hills occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Laguna Hills?

The licensing requirement for Laguna Hills 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 each calendar quarter. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.