Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Markleeville, CA

STRs in the East Slope (Markleeville) are capped at 35 total licenses and must maintain a 100-foot buffer from other licensed STRs. Operators must provide a 24/7 local contact capable of responding to issues within one hour, comply with life-safety requirements (smoke/CO detectors, fire extinguishers), and adhere to strict parking and bear-proof trash disposal rules.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Markleeville. 1) Submit an application through the Alpine County iWorq online permitting portal, including the STR Registration Form, Standards Compliance Agreement, and proof of a County Business License and TOT registration. 2) Pay the required annual fees ($385 for new licenses, $245 for renewals, plus a $29 business license fee). 3) Undergo a county review for eligibility, including verification of the 100-foot buffer and East Slope cap; once approved, the license must be displayed in all online listings.

1) Submit an application through the Alpine County iWorq online permitting portal, including the STR Registration Form, Standards Compliance Agreement, and proof of a County Business License and TOT registration. 2) Pay the required annual fees ($385 for new licenses, $245 for renewals, plus a $29 business license fee). 3) Undergo a county review for eligibility, including verification of the 100-foot buffer and East Slope cap; once approved, the license must be displayed in all online listings.