Shell Ridge, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Contra Costa County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year180 hosted; 90 non-hosted
Density / Distance Cap300 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • single-family, planned unit district with residential use, multi-family residential district, or agriculture district not subject to Williamson Act contract; buildings with 5+ units excluded

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Shell Ridge, California

Shell Ridge, California has no separate city ordinance, so Contra Costa County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Shell Ridge, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Shell Ridge, California. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Shell Ridge?

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

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Shell Ridge?

Yes — Shell Ridge sets a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

Where do these Shell Ridge short-term rental rules come from?

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