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Citrus Heights
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Citrus Heights

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  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Citrus Heights

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

  2. To do
    Get the Citrus Heights short-term rental license or registration

    STR business license required since May 2022; minimal operational requirements

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 12% Citrus Heights 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. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).

    Filing portal

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Citrus Heights 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
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Tax details

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

Citrus Heights: Recorded exemptions

transient = ≤30 consecutive days; taxable basis = total revenue including nightly rate, late/early arrival charge, pet fee, cleaning fee and similar fees (excludes refundable deposits); quarterly filing (due last day of month following quarter close). Online payment portal = www.citrusheights.net/tot.

Citrus Heights: Recorded penalties and interest

Citrus Heights official TOT page: late remittance = 10% penalty; continued delinquency adds a second 10% penalty; interest 0.5% per month on the tax from first delinquency until paid.

Citrus Heights: Recorded filing portal

Open the filing portal (citrusheights.net: tot)

Citrus Heights: Recorded remittance instructions

Online TOT portal (launched Dec 2024); remit by last day of month following reporting month; file even if zero

Citrus Heights: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Source for these notes: citrusheights.net: transient occupancy tax tot

Platform tax collection guidance for Citrus Heights

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

    File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).

Sources & confidence

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Citrus Heights occupancy tax12%
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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.

Citrus Heights STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Citrus Heights occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Citrus Heights?

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?

File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).