Are short-term rentals allowed in Stockton, CA?

Yes, short-term rentals are allowed in Stockton.

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Stockton, CA

Q: How strictly does Stockton enforce short-term rental regulations?

Stockton has medium enforcement of STR regulations.

Short-Term Rental Regulations

Medium EnforcementLow Risk Market

Risk Score

Short-term rentals

Allowed

All residential rental units in Stockton must be registered and inspected at least once every five years under Stockton Municipal Code 8.32.
A business license is also required for owners with 3 or more rental units/properties under SMC 5.08.030(22).
Hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, newly constructed multi-family units (for 5 years), and subsidized units inspected by a governmental agency are exempt.

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Legislative Activity

SB 1318: Coastal resources: local coastal program: coastal development permit: non-owner-occupied short-term rentals.

Senate - May 14 hearing: Held in committee and under submission.. Session: 20252026.

proposed5/14/2026

AB 1953: Short-term rentals: emergencies and special events.

Assembly - In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.. Session: 20252026.

proposed4/6/2026

AB 2364: Short-Term Rental Facilitator Act of 2025.

Assembly - From printer. May be heard in committee March 22.. Session: 20252026.

proposed2/20/2026

SB 346: Local agencies: transient occupancy taxes: short-term rental facilitator.

Senate - Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 751, Statutes of 2025.. Session: 20252026.

passed10/13/2025

At a Glance

Enforcement

Medium

Permit Status

Accepting

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Key Details

All residential rental units must be inspected at least once every five years by the City of Stockton Neighborhood Services Section.
The City is divided into quadrants with rotating inspection schedules; for 2026 the active area is 4.2.
A business license is required if owning 3 or more rental units and/or properties under SMC 5.08.030(22).
Hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and similar properties are exempt from the rental inspection program.
Newly constructed multi-family units of four or more units are exempt for five years from building permit finalization.

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Stockton, CA Regulations Guide

Enforcement

Stockton has medium enforcement of STR regulations. Operating without proper licensing or failing to comply with local regulations can result in citations, fines, and potential loss of your permit.

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