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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Humboldt County, CA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

STRs are allowed in zoning districts where residential use is permitted, subject to an ownership cap of three parcels per person/business. Requirements include providing one off-street parking space per rented bedroom, distributing a Good Neighbor Guide to nearby residents, and adhering to occupancy-based gathering limits (8 a.m.–10 p.m.). ADUs/JADUs permitted after 2019 and certain alternative owner-builder (AOB) dwellings are generally ineligible.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Create an account on the Accela portal and start a Short-Term Rental Administrative application. 2) Upload required documents including a current grant deed, site plan, and a completed Good Neighbor Guide (which must be distributed to neighbors within 300 feet prior to submission). 3) Pay the $190 administrative permit fee and submit for staff review.

Official Resources

Official Humboldt County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Humboldt County, CA?
STRs are allowed in zoning districts where residential use is permitted, subject to an ownership cap of three parcels per person/business. Requirements include providing one off-street parking space per rented bedroom, distributing a Good Neighbor Guide to nearby residents, and adhering to occupancy-based gathering limits (8 a.m.–10 p.m.). ADUs/JADUs permitted after 2019 and certain alternative owner-builder (AOB) dwellings are generally ineligible.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Humboldt County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Humboldt County. 1) Create an account on the Accela portal and start a Short-Term Rental Administrative application. 2) Upload required documents including a current grant deed, site plan, and a completed Good Neighbor Guide (which must be distributed to neighbors within 300 feet prior to submission). 3) Pay the $190 administrative permit fee and submit for staff review.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Humboldt County?
1) Create an account on the Accela portal and start a Short-Term Rental Administrative application. 2) Upload required documents including a current grant deed, site plan, and a completed Good Neighbor Guide (which must be distributed to neighbors within 300 feet prior to submission). 3) Pay the $190 administrative permit fee and submit for staff review.

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