Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Somes Bar, CA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Somes Bar, CA, but with restrictions. STRs are allowed in specific zones (Res-1, Res-2, Res-3, Res-4, C-R, C-U, C-C, C-H, R-R, AG-1, AG-2). Occupancy is limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional, not to exceed 10 total; one off-street parking space is required per bedroom plus one additional space, and a 24-hour local property manager must be designated. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

STRs are allowed in specific zones (Res-1, Res-2, Res-3, Res-4, C-R, C-U, C-C, C-H, R-R, AG-1, AG-2). Occupancy is limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional, not to exceed 10 total; one off-street parking space is required per bedroom plus one additional space, and a 24-hour local property manager must be designated.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Somes Bar. 1. Submit a VR Activity Permit application to the Planning Department with required documents (site map, proof of water/septic compliance) and pay the estimated $819 fee. 2. Complete required inspections by the Building and Environmental Health Divisions. 3. Undergo a 30-day neighbor notification period; if less than 50% of neighbors within 300 feet protest, the permit is issued ministerially for a 3-year term.

1. Submit a VR Activity Permit application to the Planning Department with required documents (site map, proof of water/septic compliance) and pay the estimated $819 fee. 2. Complete required inspections by the Building and Environmental Health Divisions. 3. Undergo a 30-day neighbor notification period; if less than 50% of neighbors within 300 feet protest, the permit is issued ministerially for a 3-year term.

Vrbo is permitted in Somes Bar, CA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Somes Bar are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Somes Bar. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.