Ross, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Marin County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Marin County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
1100 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$600 new STR; $300 new primary home STR; $300 renewal; $150 primary home renewal; $50/year waitlist
Renewalevery 2 years
Permit Cap1200 permits
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 days
Density / Distance Cap1200 county-wide (excluding Dillon Beach); additional township-level caps apply
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

marincounty.gov/departments/cda/planning/long-range-planning-initiatives/short-term-rental-str
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Ross, California

Ross, California has no separate city ordinance, so Marin County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $600 new STR; $300 new primary).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Ross, California?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $600 new STR; $300 new primary.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Ross?

Yes — Ross sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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