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Morgan Hill
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Morgan Hill

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

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

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 11% Morgan Hill occupancy tax for you

    That is per the record. On direct bookings, you collect and remit it yourself.

  4. To do
    File monthly returns for direct bookings

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. If every booking goes through a collecting platform, ask the tax office whether you still file.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Morgan Hill lists 11% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
11%
State tax
Local only
License
Not available
Local filing
Platform collects

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: 1.5%

TBID 1.5% (combined 12.5% with TOT, both eff 3/1/2019) This separate charge is included in the estimate.

Tax details

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

Morgan Hill: Recorded exemptions

Stays of over 30 days and foreign government employees are exempt; exemption claim forms must accompany the return (City TOT page). TOT increased 10% to 11% via Measure H (Nov 6, 2018), effective March 1, 2019; TBID 1.5% also effective March 1, 2019.

Morgan Hill: Recorded effective date

2019-03-01

Morgan Hill: Recorded remittance instructions

Return + payment due on or before last day of month following collection

Morgan Hill: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Source for these notes: morganhill.ca.gov: transient occupancy tax and tbid

Platform tax collection guidance for Morgan Hill

Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbNonePlatform collects
VrboNonePlatform collects
Booking.comNonePlatform collects
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 11% local tax

    Platforms collect this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns for direct bookings. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. If every booking goes through a collecting platform, ask the tax office whether you still file.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Morgan Hill occupancy tax11%
Source
Source linked
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.

Morgan Hill STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Morgan Hill occupancy taxes?

Airbnb collects this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Morgan Hill?

The licensing requirement for Morgan Hill 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?

File monthly returns for direct bookings. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. If every booking goes through a collecting platform, ask the tax office whether you still file.