Nipomo, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Luis Obispo County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for San Luis Obispo County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026
10000 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Permit Cap100 permits
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap10000 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Not allowed in ADU, Guesthouse, or Agricultural Worker Housing; must be in Coastal Zone; check Williamson Act restrictions

Official Sources

slocounty.ca.gov/departments/planning-building/how-to-apply-for-a-permit-in-unincorporated-slo-co/land-use,-subdivision,-zoning/land-use-permit/business-license-clearance/vacation-rental-zoning-clearance/coastal-vacation-rental-clearance
Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Nipomo, California

Nipomo, California has no separate city ordinance, so San Luis Obispo County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Nipomo, California?

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

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

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

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

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