SB 1318: Coastal resources: local coastal program: coastal development permit: non-owner-occupied short-term rentals.

The bill aims to protect the coastal resources in California by requiring the approval of a coastal development permit or a local coastal program amendment to restrict or prohibit non-owner-occupied short-term rentals. This regulation is intended to encourage affordable housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income individuals in the coastal zone. The bill does not allow for the restriction of non-owner-occupied short-term rentals if there are alternative visitor-serving accommodations available.