Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Pittsburg, CA

Hosted STRs are limited to 180 days/year and non-hosted to 90 days/year. Occupancy is capped at two persons per bedroom plus two (excluding children under 12). ADUs and buildings with 5+ units are prohibited from being used as STRs; one STR is allowed per lot, and specific parking and quiet hour (10 PM - 7 AM) rules apply.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Pittsburg. 1) Complete the County Short-Term Rental checklist and application and submit via email to planningintake@dcd.cccounty.us with the required fee. 2) Upon county approval of the ministerial permit, obtain a valid business license and a transient occupancy registration certificate from the Tax Collector's Office. 3) Renew the permit annually, submitting the application at least 30 days before expiration.

1) Complete the County Short-Term Rental checklist and application and submit via email to planningintake@dcd.cccounty.us with the required fee. 2) Upon county approval of the ministerial permit, obtain a valid business license and a transient occupancy registration certificate from the Tax Collector's Office. 3) Renew the permit annually, submitting the application at least 30 days before expiration.