El Dorado Hills, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — El Dorado County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 30 nights
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for El Dorado County which apply to this area.
30 nightsMin. Night Stay
500 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Minimum Night Stay30 nights
Density / Distance Cap500 ft
Parking RequiredYes
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
eldoradocounty.ca.gov/files/assets/county/v/1/documents/services/my-property/vacation-home-rental/vhr-documents/executed-ordinance-5135-adopted.pdfeldoradocounty.ca.gov/files/assets/county/v/1/documents/services/my-property/vacation-home-rental/vhr-documents/vhr-ord-5209.pdfeldoradocounty.ca.gov/Services/My-Property/Vacation-Home-Rentals-Division/VHR-Ordinance-Informationeldoradocounty.ca.gov/Services/My-Property/Vacation-Home-Rentals-Divisioneldoradocounty.ca.gov/files/assets/county/v/3/documents/services/my-property/vacation-home-rental/vhr-documents/vhr-faq-for-website.pdfascensiontahoe.com/blog/short-term-rental-rules-around-lake-tahoe-updated-sept-5th-2025edcgov.us/Government/planning/vhr/Pages/vacation_home_rental_permit.aspx
Data confidence: 64%Last updated: May 22, 2026
Short-term rental rules in El Dorado Hills, California
El Dorado Hills, California has no separate city ordinance, so El Dorado County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in El Dorado Hills, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in El Dorado Hills, California.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in El Dorado Hills?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in El Dorado Hills?
Yes — El Dorado Hills sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with El Dorado Hills, El Dorado County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.