Sonora, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Tuolumne County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 12%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
12%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT12%

Zoning Restrictions

  • accessory dwelling units prohibited

Official Sources

Data confidence: 98%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Sonora, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Sonora, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence. A lodging/occupancy tax of 12% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Sonora, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Sonora, California. The home must be the host's primary residence.

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

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Sonora?

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

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

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