Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Mariposa County, CA

Occupancy is strictly limited by septic system design capacity and Environmental Health approval. Requirements include a 5x7-inch exterior emergency contact sign, mandatory quiet hours (10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), annual safety compliance reporting, and a historical 3-bedroom cap for new rentals in certain areas.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Mariposa County. 1) Submit a site plan review application to the Planning Department for multi-agency approval (Building, Health, Fire). 2) Complete Environmental Health requirements, including a septic 'Pumper’s Report' and water quality testing for private wells. 3) Obtain a Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate from the Tax Collector and submit annual safety compliance reports.

1) Submit a site plan review application to the Planning Department for multi-agency approval (Building, Health, Fire). 2) Complete Environmental Health requirements, including a septic 'Pumper’s Report' and water quality testing for private wells. 3) Obtain a Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate from the Tax Collector and submit annual safety compliance reports.