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California Rental / transient occupancy tax

Last reviewed 2026-10-22

Rental / transient occupancy tax in California

Cities and counties may levy a transient occupancy tax on stays of 30 days or less in hotels and other lodging. Rates are set locally.

Verified Source: Cal. Rev. & Tax. Code § 7280 · last checked 2026-10-22

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