Vacation rentals are the rental of a private residence for periods of 30 days or less. Vacation rentals do not include traditional Bed and Breakfast Inns or hosted rentals.
Hosted rentals are the rental of a single room or sleeping area within a single-family dwelling, where the property owner remains in residence.
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Vacation rentals are the rental of a private residence for periods of 30 days or less. | Hosted rentals are the rental of a single room or sleeping area within a single-family dwelling, where the property owner remains in residence. |
Vacation rentals do not include Bed and Breakfast Inns or hosted rentals permitted in accordance with the Sonoma County Code for B&Bs and hosted rentals, or occasional home exchanges that are not otherwise subject to Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT). | Hosted rentals do not include vacation rentals permitted in accordance with the Sonoma County Code for vacation rentals, or occasional home exchanges that are not otherwise subject to Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT). |
Vacation rentals must have a Certified Vacation Property Manager and meet Performance Standards to ensure compatibility with surrounding residential uses. | Hosted rentals must meet Performance Standards to ensure compatibility with surrounding residential uses. |