Los Gatos, CA local landlord rules
State law also applies. See California landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Rent control / stabilization | Yes, through mediation and arbitration. |
| Short-term rentals (Airbnb) | Yes. |
Details & sources
Rent control / stabilization
Yes, through mediation and arbitration. For covered units, annual increases may not exceed the greater of 70% of CPI or 5%, unless an arbitrator finds a larger increase reasonable.
Verified Source: Los Gatos Town Code ch. 14, art. VIII (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15
Back to quick facts ↑Short-term rentals (Airbnb)
Yes. Renting for less than 30 consecutive days requires a Town short-term rental license, which must be renewed each calendar year, and the host must also hold a Town business license. Licenses are capped at 5% of the Town's housing stock and can't be transferred. This reflects the code as published; Ord. 2385 has not yet been codified.
Verified Source: Los Gatos Town Code §§ 14.140.020, 14.140.030, 14.140.035, 14.140.040 (Ord. 2385 not yet codified) (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15
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