Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Butte County, CA

STRs are restricted to certain zones (excluding VLDCR), require proof of primary residency in most cases, and are limited to five rented bedrooms. Occupancy is capped at 10 guests for septic systems and 14 for public sewers, while un-hosted stays are generally limited to 90 nights per year unless the parcel is 5+ acres.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Butte County. 1. Submit a completed administrative permit application online via eTRAKiT or by mail/in-person to the Department of Development Services. 2. Pay the required application fee ($219.45 online or $219.35 via mail/in-person) and provide proof of residency (e.g., driver's license and utility bill). 3. Complete and submit a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Questionnaire to the Central Collections Division within 10 days of starting operations.

1. Submit a completed administrative permit application online via eTRAKiT or by mail/in-person to the Department of Development Services. 2. Pay the required application fee ($219.45 online or $219.35 via mail/in-person) and provide proof of residency (e.g., driver's license and utility bill). 3. Complete and submit a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Questionnaire to the Central Collections Division within 10 days of starting operations.