Q: In California is it illegal to rent out rooms if u don't own the property but have permission from the owner
A: You can sub-let property if your lease/rental agreement allows it. You cannot rent out rooms for property that you have no legal right to occupy.
A: Local ordinances and zoning laws might also restrict the practice of sub-letting.
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there may be some local city ordinances that preclude what you want to do if it is short term.
i would want to be sure you have permission from the owner so as not to get into trouble down the road.
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