Lemon Hill, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Sacramento County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- unincorporated area only; primary dwelling or ADU permitted prior to January 1, 2020; exceptions for Locke SPA, Courtland SPA, and Walnut Grove NPA
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Lemon Hill, California
Lemon Hill, California has no separate city ordinance, so Sacramento County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied. A lodging/occupancy tax of 12% applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Lemon Hill, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Lemon Hill, California. The property must be owner-occupied.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lemon Hill?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Lemon Hill?
Short-term rentals in Lemon Hill are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 12%.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Lemon Hill?
Yes — Lemon Hill sets a cap of 29 rental nights per year.
Where do these Lemon Hill short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Lemon Hill'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 Lemon Hill, Sacramento County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.