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Can you BnB it in Orinda?

The rules, with their sources

Permit or licenseA permit or license is required before operating.L117.3.12 · code text · checked 2026-09-25
Hosted onlyThe code does not limit rentals to hosted stays.L1Sec. 17.3.12 · code text · checked 2026-09-25
Caps and limitsNo annual night cap appears in the code text we read. Occupancy is limited to two people per bedroom plus three, and only one rental may take place on a lot at any given time.L117.3.12 · code text · checked 2026-09-25
Transfer when the home sellsThe short-term rental registration is non-transferable and must be renewed annually. The code text we read lists no exceptions for family, heirs, trusts, or entity changes, and because operating without registering is unlawful, a new owner needs their own registration before hosting guests.L117.3.12 · code text · checked 2026-09-25
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In the city's own words

17.3.12“It is unlawful for any person to operate a short-term rental within the City without first registering ...” source
17.3.12“The short-term rental registration is non-transferable.” source
17.3.12“The host may only arrange for one rental to take place at any given time on that lot” source
17.3.12“Maximum occupancy is calculated as follows: two people per bedroom plus three people ...” source

Citation: Sec. 17.3.12

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