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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Bear Valley, CA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term vacation rentals (STVRs) in unincorporated Calaveras County (including Bear Valley) are permitted subject to operational standards: maximum occupancy is generally two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons (up to 12); parking is limited to onsite capacity; a 24-hour local contact must be available within 60 minutes; and ADUs are prohibited from use as STVRs.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit a Short-Term Vacation Rental permit application (Administrative Use Permit form) to the Planning Department with a site plan and floor plan; 2) Pay the application fee ($555 for new, $447 for renewal) and register for Transient Occupancy Tax with the Tax Collector; 3) Pass required fire/life-safety inspections and obtain a County business license.

Official Resources

Official Bear Valley STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bear Valley, CA?
Short-term vacation rentals (STVRs) in unincorporated Calaveras County (including Bear Valley) are permitted subject to operational standards: maximum occupancy is generally two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons (up to 12); parking is limited to onsite capacity; a 24-hour local contact must be available within 60 minutes; and ADUs are prohibited from use as STVRs.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Bear Valley?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Bear Valley. 1) Submit a Short-Term Vacation Rental permit application (Administrative Use Permit form) to the Planning Department with a site plan and floor plan; 2) Pay the application fee ($555 for new, $447 for renewal) and register for Transient Occupancy Tax with the Tax Collector; 3) Pass required fire/life-safety inspections and obtain a County business license.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Bear Valley?
1) Submit a Short-Term Vacation Rental permit application (Administrative Use Permit form) to the Planning Department with a site plan and floor plan; 2) Pay the application fee ($555 for new, $447 for renewal) and register for Transient Occupancy Tax with the Tax Collector; 3) Pass required fire/life-safety inspections and obtain a County business license.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction