King City, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Monterey County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required

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

300 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes

Renewalevery 3 years

Business License RequiredYes

WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified

Primary Residence RequiredNot specified

Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap300 ft

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

R-1, R-2, R-2/N, R-3, R-3/N, R-4, R-4/N, Agricultural District (A), and Neighborhood Commercial District (C-N) only

Official Sources

ecode360.com/44580077

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in King City, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in King City, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in King City?

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

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

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