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Allowed. The only duty is a notice or registration that nobody has to approve.
The City of Riverside allows short-term rentals in legally permitted homes with a Business Tax Certificate and 13% TOT.
Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).
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Source: City of Riverside Finance Department, Business Tax Office (riversideca.gov, official), checked 3 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.
Yes. The City of Riverside allows short-term rentals in legally permitted homes with a Business Tax Certificate and 13% TOT.
Yes, a license or registration is required.
No night cap is on record.
We last checked the short-term rental rules for Riverside on 3 Nov 2026.
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