BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield City Council could approve creating a new ordinance allowing and regulating short-term rentals in the city — such as Airbnbs and Vrbos — in the coming weeks.
The City Council is set to hold a first reading of the proposed ordinance during its regular meeting Wednesday, according to the meeting agenda.
Airbnb, Vrbo properties in Bakersfield could face stronger regulations, new permit requirement: documents
STRs currently aren’t allowed to operate in Bakersfield, city officials said. The city estimates there to be over 500 such properties in Bakersfield.
The ordinance, if adopted, would require STR owners or operators to acquire a permit from the city on top of a business tax certificate…