Short-term rentals are prohibited in the City of Villa Park. Under Villa Park Municipal Code Section 23-3.5, a residential dwelling, dwelling unit or room may not be rented for compensation for fewer than 30 consecutive days. Advertising a prohibited short-term rental is also not allowed. This means typical Airbnb- or VRBO-style stays of a few nights or weeks are not permitted in Villa Park. Longer-term rentals of 30 consecutive days or more are not prohibited by this section simply because they are residential rentals.
What Counts as a Short-Term Rental in Villa Park?
Villa Park’s ordinance applies when a residential dwelling, dwelling unit or room is offered or occupied for compensation for fewer than 30 consecutive days. The rule applies regardless of whether the arrangement is described as a rental agreement, lease, license or another form of compensated occupancy. For the current ordinance language, see Villa Park Municipal Code Section 23-3.5.
Are Airbnb and VRBO Allowed in Villa Park?
Airbnb and VRBO are booking platforms, but Villa Park’s ordinance focuses on the rental itself. A compensated residential stay of fewer than 30 consecutive days is prohibited, and advertising a prohibited short-term rental is also prohibited.
How to Report a Suspected Short-Term Rental
Villa Park Code Enforcement accepts complaints involving suspected municipal-code violations, including prohibited short-term rentals. Residents can contact Villa Park City Hall at (714) 998-1500 or use the City’s Code Enforcement resources for current complaint procedures. For immediate public-safety concerns, emergencies or serious disturbances, contact the appropriate law-enforcement or emergency service rather than relying on a code-enforcement complaint.
Can a Villa Park ADU Be Used as a Short-Term Rental?
No. Villa Park’s current housing and ADU policies do not allow accessory dwelling units to be used as short-term rentals. Because California ADU laws have changed significantly over time, homeowners should rely on the City’s current ADU and planning information rather than older owner-occupancy rules.
How Villa Park’s Short-Term Rental Ban Was Adopted
The Villa Park City Council adopted Ordinance 2018-612 in 2018 to prohibit short-term rentals of fewer than 30 consecutive days and prohibit advertising those rentals. The ordinance was approved by a 3-2 vote on July 24, 2018. Robert Collacott, Robbie Pitts and Vince Rossini voted yes. Diana Fascenelli and Bill Nelson voted no.
Short-Term Rental Ban Voting Record
- Robert Collacott – Yes
- Diana Fascenelli – No
- Bill Nelson – No
- Robbie Pitts – Yes
- Vince Rossini – Yes
Villa Park Short-Term Rental FAQ
Are Airbnbs allowed in Villa Park?
Short-term residential stays of fewer than 30 consecutive days for compensation are prohibited in Villa Park, including stays arranged through Airbnb or similar platforms.
What is considered a short-term rental in Villa Park?
A compensated residential rental or occupancy for fewer than 30 consecutive days is prohibited under the City’s short-term rental ordinance.
Can I rent my Villa Park home for 30 days or more?
Section 23-3.5 specifically prohibits compensated rentals of fewer than 30 consecutive days. Other City, lease, HOA or state requirements may still apply to longer-term rentals.
Can a Villa Park ADU be used as an Airbnb?
No. Villa Park does not allow ADUs to be used as short-term rentals.
How do I report a suspected short-term rental?
Contact Villa Park City Hall at (714) 998-1500 or use the City’s Code Enforcement resources for current complaint procedures.
When did Villa Park ban short-term rentals?
The City Council approved Ordinance 2018-612 on July 24, 2018. VillaPark.co is an independent community website and is not the City of Villa Park. Municipal codes and enforcement procedures can change. Consult the City of Villa Park and current municipal code for official requirements.