El Paso de Robles, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Luis Obispo County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$300 for one-bedroom homeshares; $550 for all other short-term rentals
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 nights
Density / Distance Capnon-hosted permits at capacity; R1 zone limited to 75 non-hosted permits
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • R1 zone non-hosted permits limited to 75; other zones have separate caps

Official Sources

prcity.com/847/Short-Term-Rentals
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in El Paso de Robles, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in El Paso de Robles, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $300 for one-bedroom homeshare).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in El Paso de Robles, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in El Paso de Robles, California.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in El Paso de Robles?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $300 for one-bedroom homeshare.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in El Paso de Robles?

Yes — El Paso de Robles sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these El Paso de Robles short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against El Paso de Robles'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 El Paso de Robles, San Luis Obispo County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.