South Lake Tahoe, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — El Dorado County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- VHRs prohibited in multifamily dwellings; condominiums eligible unless HOA prohibits; residential areas subject to 900-permit cap
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in South Lake Tahoe, California
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in South Lake Tahoe, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: Application fee $548; annual f). A lodging/occupancy tax of yes - transient occu applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in South Lake Tahoe, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in South Lake Tahoe, California.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in South Lake Tahoe?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is Application fee $548; annual f.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in South Lake Tahoe?
Short-term rentals in South Lake Tahoe are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of yes - transient occu.
Where do these South Lake Tahoe short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against South Lake Tahoe'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 South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.