CA AB964

Ordinances, policies, or programs enacted by cities and counties that regulate or license residential rental units for tourist or transient use through hosting platforms within the coastal zone are not considered "development" under the California Coastal Act.

Cities and counties, including charter cities and counties, are not required to comply with the California Coastal Act's Article 2 (commencing with Section 30620) when enacting or enforcing regulations on short-term rental hosting platforms.

Local coastal programs are not required to include ordinances, policies, or programs regulating residential rentals through hosting platforms.

The Legislature finds that these provisions address a matter of statewide concern rather than a municipal affair, making them applicable to all cities including charter cities.