Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Murphys, CA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Murphys, CA, but with restrictions. Short-term vacation rentals (STVRs) in unincorporated Calaveras County are permitted in residential zones subject to Section 17.25.240. Maximum occupancy is two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons (max 12); one off-street parking space is required per bedroom; ADUs are ineligible; and a 24-hour local contact must be available to respond onsite within 60 minutes. Non-illuminated signage (2–4 sq ft) with the permit number and contact info is required. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term vacation rentals (STVRs) in unincorporated Calaveras County are permitted in residential zones subject to Section 17.25.240. Maximum occupancy is two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons (max 12); one off-street parking space is required per bedroom; ADUs are ineligible; and a 24-hour local contact must be available to respond onsite within 60 minutes. Non-illuminated signage (2–4 sq ft) with the permit number and contact info is required.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Murphys. 1) Submit a STVR permit application to the Calaveras County Planning Department including a site plan, floor plan, and statement of maximum occupants/vehicles; 2) Pay the application fee, register for Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), and obtain a County business license; 3) Secure a public swimming pool permit from Environmental Health if applicable prior to permit issuance.

1) Submit a STVR permit application to the Calaveras County Planning Department including a site plan, floor plan, and statement of maximum occupants/vehicles; 2) Pay the application fee, register for Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), and obtain a County business license; 3) Secure a public swimming pool permit from Environmental Health if applicable prior to permit issuance.

Vrbo is permitted in Murphys, CA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Murphys are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Murphys. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.