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Redding
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Redding

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  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Redding

    STR ordinance RMC 18.43.180 (updated 2025-06-17): hosted homestay requires affidavit.

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

    Term: Annual.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 10% Redding 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.

STR ordinance RMC 18.43.180 (updated 2025-06-17): hosted homestay requires affidavit. The published guide for Redding lists 10% local occupancy tax. A license or registration is required. Term: Annual.

At a glance.

Local tax
10%
State tax
Local only
License
Required
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: 2%

2% Tourism Marketing Assessment (Res. 2015-066) collected with TOT (12% total to guest) This separate charge is included in the estimate.

Tax details

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

Redding: Recorded exemptions

No tax where beyond the city's power, or for foreign government officers/employees exempt by express federal law or treaty; continuous occupancy over 30 days also exempt (Redding Municipal Code §§4.12.010, 4.12.030). Monthly returns due the 20th of the following month; mail/deliver to the City Treasurer.

Redding: Recorded effective date

1982-07-01

Redding: Recorded remittance instructions

Remit to city Finance; TOT account required

Source for these notes: cityofredding.gov

Platform tax collection guidance for Redding

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 before you list. Term: Annual.

  • 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. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

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Redding occupancy tax10%
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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.

Redding STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Redding occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Redding?

A license or registration is required. Term: Annual.

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.