Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Mono County, CA

Short-term rentals are restricted to designated Transient Rental Overlay Districts (TRODs) and require both a Use Permit and an Activity Permit. Occupancy is limited to two persons per bedroom plus two (max 10 total), on-street parking is prohibited, and owners must designate a 24-hour property manager and maintain a valid business license and Transient Occupancy Certificate.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Mono County. 1) Submit a vacation home rental permit application (Use Permit) and a Short-Term Rental Activity Permit application to the Community Development Department. 2) Certify compliance with safety standards (Section 26.040), designate a 24-hour local manager, and obtain a Mono County business license and Transient Occupancy Certificate. 3) Pay staff time fees (billed at $135/hour) and renew the Activity Permit annually.

1) Submit a vacation home rental permit application (Use Permit) and a Short-Term Rental Activity Permit application to the Community Development Department. 2) Certify compliance with safety standards (Section 26.040), designate a 24-hour local manager, and obtain a Mono County business license and Transient Occupancy Certificate. 3) Pay staff time fees (billed at $135/hour) and renew the Activity Permit annually.