Pismo Beach, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Luis Obispo County

Conditional

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$796.95 (Vacation Rental permit); $920.85 (STR renewal)
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNo

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNo
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 consecutive days
Density / Distance Cap300 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

pismobeach.org/881/Vacation-Rental-Short-Term-Rental-Homest
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Pismo Beach, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Pismo Beach, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $796.95 (Vacation Rental permi).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pismo Beach, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Pismo Beach, California.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Pismo Beach?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $796.95 (Vacation Rental permi.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Pismo Beach?

Yes — Pismo Beach sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these Pismo Beach short-term rental rules come from?

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