Arroyo Grande, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Luis Obispo County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
300 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Permit Cap90 permits
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Capno vacation rental within 500 feet of an existing short term rental or school
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Not permitted within 500 feet of an existing short term rental or school; not permitted in planned unit developments (PUDs)

Official Sources

arroyogrande.org/652/Short-Term-Rental-Regulations
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Arroyo Grande, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Arroyo Grande, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Arroyo Grande, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Arroyo Grande, California. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Arroyo Grande?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Where do these Arroyo Grande short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Arroyo Grande's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.