Novato, CA

Novato Regulations

Novato clearly permits short‑term rentals citywide and offers a streamlined online process with moderate fees (license $174, registration $180, application review $333, and an optional $100 inspection) plus a 24‑hour hotline and quarterly reporting, signaling proactive oversight. Operational constraints—such as the permanent‑resident/60‑day occupancy requirement, off‑street‑parking‑tied occupancy, required signage, WUI inspections in some areas, and ineligibility for newer ADUs—raise compliance but are manageable for investors with owner‑occupied properties.