Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Sierra City, CA

Short-term rentals in Sierra City (unincorporated Sierra County) are allowed only where authorized by Sierra County Code: R1, CR, CC, CN, A-1, and GF zones; only one STR per legally created parcel; ADUs are prohibited; partial rentals allowed only if owner/representative is present; maximum occupancy based on bedrooms (2 persons/bedroom) not to exceed 10; parking, septic, water, fire-safety, and waste/disposal rules apply and TOT registration is required.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Sierra City. 1) Submit the Sierra County Short-Term Rental Administrative Use Permit application online, by email (planning@sierracounty.ca.gov), or by mail to the Planning Department; 2) Include required documents explicitly stated: Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) certificate from the Treasurer-Tax Collector, County Assessor business property statement, proof of property ownership/timing (per application), parking plan, required safety/fire/septic disclosures, and pay the stated application fee ($345.50) and any special inspection fees; 3) Permit is issued as an Administrative Use Permit for a three-year term; renewals require a new application and fee and may include inspections/conditions.

1) Submit the Sierra County Short-Term Rental Administrative Use Permit application online, by email (planning@sierracounty.ca.gov), or by mail to the Planning Department; 2) Include required documents explicitly stated: Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) certificate from the Treasurer-Tax Collector, County Assessor business property statement, proof of property ownership/timing (per application), parking plan, required safety/fire/septic disclosures, and pay the stated application fee ($345.50) and any special inspection fees; 3) Permit is issued as an Administrative Use Permit for a three-year term; renewals require a new application and fee and may include inspections/conditions.