Lincoln, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Placer County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $326.02
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Placer County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026
$326.02License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$326.02
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap3900
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 87%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lincoln, California

Lincoln, California has no separate city ordinance, so Placer County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $326.02).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lincoln, California?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lincoln?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $326.02.

Where do these Lincoln short-term rental rules come from?

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