Short-term vacation rentals (STVRs) in the City of Ventura, California, are legal and regulated under specific city ordinances. These properties are defined as rental units for periods of not more than 30 consecutive days. To operate legally, owners must obtain an STVR permit, a business license, and collect a 10% Transient Occupancy Tax from guests. Properties that thrive in this market typically include beachside residences and urban apartments, catering mainly to tourists drawn to Ventura's coastal attractions and outdoor activities, although there is also demand from business travelers. The local government authority overseeing these regulations is the City of Ventura's Planning Division, which enforces zoning and operational standards. Key regulations include a summer minimum stay requirement of seven nights from mid-June to late August. For more detailed information, visit the official City of Ventura page on short-term vacation rentals: https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/1565/Short-Term-Vacation-Rentals.