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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Green Valley Lake, CA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are allowed only in the County’s Mountain and Desert regions; transient occupancy is defined as stays of 30 consecutive days or less. Limitations include occupancy caps, requirement to provide a 24-hour local contact/phone number, compliance with Fire, Building, Zoning and Health & Safety codes, and prohibitions on commercial events (weddings, large gatherings) unless separately permitted. Certain structures (single-family, duplex, rooms, guest houses, condominiums, some ADUs) are allowed; multi-family/apartment structures and RVs/yurts are not allowed.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Apply online via the County’s EZ Online Permitting (EZOP) portal. 2) Provide ownership verification (recorded grant deed) and required application materials. 3) Pay the application and permit fees (e.g., $1,144 for new applications effective July 2025); inspections and surrounding property owner notifications are required.

Official Resources

Official Green Valley Lake STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Green Valley Lake, CA?
Short-term rentals are allowed only in the County’s Mountain and Desert regions; transient occupancy is defined as stays of 30 consecutive days or less. Limitations include occupancy caps, requirement to provide a 24-hour local contact/phone number, compliance with Fire, Building, Zoning and Health & Safety codes, and prohibitions on commercial events (weddings, large gatherings) unless separately permitted. Certain structures (single-family, duplex, rooms, guest houses, condominiums, some ADUs) are allowed; multi-family/apartment structures and RVs/yurts are not allowed.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Green Valley Lake?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Green Valley Lake. 1) Apply online via the County’s EZ Online Permitting (EZOP) portal. 2) Provide ownership verification (recorded grant deed) and required application materials. 3) Pay the application and permit fees (e.g., $1,144 for new applications effective July 2025); inspections and surrounding property owner notifications are required.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Green Valley Lake?
1) Apply online via the County’s EZ Online Permitting (EZOP) portal. 2) Provide ownership verification (recorded grant deed) and required application materials. 3) Pay the application and permit fees (e.g., $1,144 for new applications effective July 2025); inspections and surrounding property owner notifications are required.

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