Pacific Grove, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Monterey County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 12%Processing: 15 days
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
12%Tax Rate
55 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$141 application fee (non-refundable) plus $124 upon approval; renewal $221
Renewalannual; by March 31st
Permit Cap250 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing Time15 days

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 consecutive days
Density / Distance Capone-per-parcel and 55-foot zone of exclusion from existing STR parcel boundary
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT12%

Zoning Restrictions

  • Coastal and Commercial zones only

Official Sources

cityofpacificgrove.gov/our_city/departments/administrative_services/business_taxes,_license___resources/short-term_rental_program/index.php
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Pacific Grove, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Pacific Grove, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $141 application fee (non-refu). A lodging/occupancy tax of 12% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pacific Grove, California?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Pacific Grove?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $141 application fee (non-refu.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Pacific Grove?

Short-term rentals in Pacific Grove are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 12%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Pacific Grove?

Yes — Pacific Grove sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these Pacific Grove short-term rental rules come from?

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