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Temecula
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

Rental restrictions are recorded in Temecula
STRs PROHIBITED citywide (TMC 17.06.030). ban reaffirmed by Council 1/14/2020.
Find published guidance for your Temecula address
Check published permit and tax guidance for Temecula.

What you need to do in Temecula

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  1. Restricted
    Short-term rentals are restricted in Temecula

    STRs PROHIBITED citywide (TMC 17.06.030). ban reaffirmed by Council 1/14/2020.

  2. To confirm
    Check whether you need a license or permit

    The record does not say whether Temecula requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 8% Temecula 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.

Rental restrictions are recorded for Temecula. Check the rule's scope and exceptions before listing. STRs PROHIBITED citywide (TMC 17.06.030). ban reaffirmed by Council 1/14/2020. The published guide for Temecula lists 8% local occupancy tax. Total for a direct booking: 8% (8% Temecula occupancy tax). The record also lists a district levy that applies only inside its district: TBID 4% applies to hotels (STRs banned so largely moot). Confirm whether your address is in it. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
8%
State tax
Local only
License
Restricted
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: 4%

Temecula Valley Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) 4% on lodging - total lodging tax burden 12% This separate charge is included in the estimate.

Tax details

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

Temecula: Recorded exemptions

City of Temecula official TOT page (temeculaca.gov, 2026-10-12): hotels remit TOT monthly per Mun. Code Ch. 3.20; a TOT and Business Improvement District return form is linked on the page.

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

Platform tax collection guidance for Temecula

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 8% 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
Temecula occupancy tax8%
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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.

Temecula STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Temecula occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Temecula?

Rental restrictions apply in Temecula. The eligibility notes below describe the applicable conditions and exceptions.

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.