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Ojai
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

Rental conditions are recorded in Ojai
COMPLETE BAN: short-term/vacation rentals <30 days prohibited citywide, hosted AND non-hosted (Res 16-07; OMC Title 4 Ch 24 and 10-2.1715). advertising ban (Ord 862). hotels/motels/B&Bs exempt.
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What you need to do in Ojai

Checked against the source
  1. To do
    Meet the local rental conditions

    COMPLETE BAN: short-term/vacation rentals <30 days prohibited citywide, hosted AND non-hosted (Res 16-07; OMC Title 4 Ch 24 and 10-2.1715). advertising ban (Ord 862). hotels/motels/B&Bs exempt.

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

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

    Where to apply

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 15% Ojai 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 quarterly returns

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

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

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What to know.

COMPLETE BAN: short-term/vacation rentals <30 days prohibited citywide, hosted AND non-hosted (Res 16-07; OMC Title 4 Ch 24 and 10-2.1715). advertising ban (Ord 862). hotels/motels/B&Bs exempt. The published guide for Ojai lists 15% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
15%
State tax
Local only
License
Not available
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: 1%

Ojai Tourism Improvement District (OTID) assessment on lodging gross room revenue (minimum 1%; Ojai Valley Chamber is owners association) This charge has no separate STR applicability recorded and is shown outside the estimate.

Tax details

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

Ojai: Recorded effective date

2020-06-01

Ojai: Recorded remittance instructions

Ventura County Treasurer-Tax Collector administers city TOT (Ojai quarterly tax return form via vcportal.ventura.org)

Ojai: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Source for these notes: ojai.ca.gov: short term vacation rentals

Platform tax collection guidance for Ojai

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 15% local tax

    You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.

  • File your tax returns

    File quarterly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

Sources & confidence

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Ojai occupancy tax15%
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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.

Ojai STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Ojai occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Ojai?

The licensing requirement for Ojai 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 quarterly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.