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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Pauma Valley, CA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Pauma Valley is unincorporated and governed by San Diego County; short-term rentals are categorized under the County Zoning Ordinance as “Transient Habitation: Rental Units” and are allowed only where consistent with zone-specific land-use regulations and may be subject to discretionary or use-permit requirements in some zones. Operators in unincorporated areas must register and remit Transient Occupancy Tax to the County (Treasurer-Tax Collector guidance states TOT for unincorporated lodging). Within the Pauma Valley Country Club Estates, the Pauma Valley CSD gate ordinance limits commercial activity (visitor/service passes and access rules) and treats commercial activities as those requiring a Use Permit.

Official Resources

Official Pauma Valley STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pauma Valley, CA?
Pauma Valley is unincorporated and governed by San Diego County; short-term rentals are categorized under the County Zoning Ordinance as “Transient Habitation: Rental Units” and are allowed only where consistent with zone-specific land-use regulations and may be subject to discretionary or use-permit requirements in some zones. Operators in unincorporated areas must register and remit Transient Occupancy Tax to the County (Treasurer-Tax Collector guidance states TOT for unincorporated lodging). Within the Pauma Valley Country Club Estates, the Pauma Valley CSD gate ordinance limits commercial activity (visitor/service passes and access rules) and treats commercial activities as those requiring a Use Permit.

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