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Half Moon Bay short-term rental rules (2026)

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These rules apply inside Half Moon Bay city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
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Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits.

Half Moon Bay, California requires City registration of every short-term rental, the operator's primary residence (with a narrow continuation for STRs operating before October 14, 2022), a 60-night yearly limit on…

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

License
Required
Primary residence
Required
Tax on stays
15%
total, on our records

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The full Half Moon Bay rules

14 rules on record for Half Moon Bay, 14 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: City of Half Moon Bay Community Development Department (halfmoonbay.gov, official), checked 3 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Half Moon Bay?

Yes, with material limits. Half Moon Bay, California requires City registration of every short-term rental, the operator's primary residence (with a narrow continuation for STRs operating before October 14, 2022), a 60-night yearly limit on…

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Half Moon Bay?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Half Moon Bay?

15% in total on stays, on our records.

When were the Half Moon Bay rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Half Moon Bay on 3 Nov 2026.

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