Brisbane, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Mateo County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $323Owner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
$323License Cost
1800 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$323
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1800 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Single-family homes only; not allowed in apartment buildings or accessory dwelling units

Official Sources

brisbaneca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/705/Short-Term-Rental-Regulations-PDF
Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Brisbane, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Brisbane, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $323). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Brisbane, California?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Brisbane?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $323.

Where do these Brisbane short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Brisbane'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 Brisbane, San Mateo County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.