Short-Term Rental Regulation and Permitting
Summary
Bakersfield is moving to create a permit system for short-term rentals, which are currently banned but popping up in neighborhoods. The rules would require annual permits, inspections, and insurance to help neighbors deal with noise and parties.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Property owners will pay permit and inspection fees, plus a 12% Transient Occupancy Tax.
Neighborhood residents dealing with unruly rental properties and compliant property owners who want a clear legal path to operate.
Operators who run unpermitted or poorly managed short-term rentals will face fines and operating restrictions.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council Meeting (3:30 PM)
Bakersfield is moving to create a permit system for short-term rentals, which are currently banned but popping up in neighborhoods. The rules would require annual permits, inspections, and insurance to help neighbors deal with noise and parties.
Planning Commission
The city is moving forward with a new ordinance to legalize and regulate short-term rentals like Airbnbs. Operators will need annual permits, background checks, safety inspections, and will be required to pay local transient occupancy taxes.
City of Bakersfield to begin planning ordinance to manage short-term rentals — including Airbnb, VRBO
City of Bakersfield to begin planning ordinance to manage short-term rentals — including Airbnb, VRBO KGET.com
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