Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Placer County, CA

STRs are defined as residential units rented for 1 to 30 days; the county imposes an overall cap of 3,900 STR permits with owner-occupied STRs exempt. Nighttime occupancy is limited to two people per bedroom plus two additional people (max 12); a 24/7 local contact within 35 driving miles and specific bear-proof trash requirements apply.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Placer County. 1) Obtain a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) certificate and prepare documentation (e.g., proof of primary residence if exempt from cap); 2) Provide a passing exterior defensible space inspection and submit the online application via the county portal with a $326.02 fee; 3) Complete a required interior Fire Life Safety inspection and provide proof of bear-proof trash containers.

1) Obtain a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) certificate and prepare documentation (e.g., proof of primary residence if exempt from cap); 2) Provide a passing exterior defensible space inspection and submit the online application via the county portal with a $326.02 fee; 3) Complete a required interior Fire Life Safety inspection and provide proof of bear-proof trash containers.