Manteca, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Joaquin County

Conditional

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Capproperty line cannot be within 100 yards of an existing short-term rental unit
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • R-1, R-2, R-3 residential zones only

Official Sources

manteca.gov/departments/short-term-rentals-and-lodging
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Manteca, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Manteca, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Manteca, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Manteca, California. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

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

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

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