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Lathrop
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Lathrop

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

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

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 9% Lathrop 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 Lathrop lists 9% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
9%
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.

Lathrop: Recorded exemptions

92-75). No separate exemption section; 'transient occupancy facility' excludes: hospitals, sanitariums, medical clinics, convalescent/rest homes, aged-care and foster homes, asylums/jails/prisons/orphanages, educational-institution housing, religious/charitable/educational nonprofit housing, government agency housing, and employer-furnished employee camps/housing. Transient = 30 consecutive calendar days or less.

Lathrop: Recorded penalties and interest

Lathrop Ch. 3.16 (ecode360): original delinquency penalty $10 or 15% of tax, whichever greater; if not clean record in prior 3 years a reduced per-day penalty may apply on timely application; additional delinquency penalty of $10 or 15% if tax/penalties/interest unpaid 30+ days after delinquency (registration certificate cancellable after notice); fraud adds 25% of tax; interest 1.5% per month (or fraction) on the tax inclusive of penalties from delinquency date until paid. Quarterly returns due on/before last day of month following close of each calendar quarter.

Source for these notes: ecode360.com

Platform tax collection guidance for Lathrop

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 9% 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
Lathrop occupancy tax9%
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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.

Lathrop STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Lathrop occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Lathrop?

The licensing requirement for Lathrop 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. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.