Crescent City, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Del Norte County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Principally permitted in C-1 Downtown Business District under Visitor Serving Lodging

Official Sources

Data confidence: 55%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Crescent City, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Crescent City, California are allowed with a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Crescent City, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Crescent City, California.

Where do these Crescent City short-term rental rules come from?

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