Short-term rentals (STRs) in Temecula, California, are strictly prohibited, a regulation reaffirmed by the City Council as of January 14, 2020. This prohibition extends to all residential dwellings, including those listed on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, with fines for violations reaching up to $1,000 per day. Consequently, the local market does not support a prominent STR business landscape, as property owners cannot legally offer their homes for short stays. The regulations primarily target areas within the city, while neighboring unincorporated areas, such as Temecula Wine Country, are governed by Riverside County’s rules, which may vary significantly. Temecula's economy largely caters to tourists, especially those attracted to its wineries and events, but without legal STRs, traditional lodging options dominate the landscape. The Temecula Community Development Department oversees these regulations, ensuring compliance and penalizing non-compliant rentals. For more information, visit the official site:.