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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Nice, CA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

No city-level (Nice, CA) short-term rental ordinance or dedicated Vacation Rental/STR permitting page was found on the City or Lake County official sites. Lake County’s Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) applies to transient rentals in unincorporated areas (9% TOT plus a 2.5% Tourism Improvement District assessment); County planning/zoning rules determine whether a use requires a planning/use permit. The County Tax Collector requires operators of “hotels or other lodging” to register and obtain a “Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate.”

Official Resources

Official Nice STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Nice, CA?
No city-level (Nice, CA) short-term rental ordinance or dedicated Vacation Rental/STR permitting page was found on the City or Lake County official sites. Lake County’s Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) applies to transient rentals in unincorporated areas (9% TOT plus a 2.5% Tourism Improvement District assessment); County planning/zoning rules determine whether a use requires a planning/use permit. The County Tax Collector requires operators of “hotels or other lodging” to register and obtain a “Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate.”

Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction