Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Morro Bay, CA

Full-home STRs in residential zones are capped at 175 active permits and must maintain a 175-foot separation buffer from other STRs. Occupancy is limited to two people per bedroom plus two (max 10) for full-home rentals, and onsite parking is strictly required with no street parking allowed.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Morro Bay. 1. Submit an STR application and business license request to str@morrobayca.gov for intake review. 2. If approved to proceed (and not waitlisted), complete a safety inspection and provide required documents including house rules, proof of STR insurance, and a Good Neighbor Brochure. 3. Pay applicable fees and renew the permit annually, with a full re-inspection required every four years.

1. Submit an STR application and business license request to str@morrobayca.gov for intake review. 2. If approved to proceed (and not waitlisted), complete a safety inspection and provide required documents including house rules, proof of STR insurance, and a Good Neighbor Brochure. 3. Pay applicable fees and renew the permit annually, with a full re-inspection required every four years.