St. Helena, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Napa County
Conditional
STR Status
Permit: Required
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Permit Cap25 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistYes
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap25
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes — governed by SHMC Section 17.22.200
Official Sources
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in St. Helena, California
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in St. Helena, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in St. Helena, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in St. Helena, California.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in St. Helena?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Where do these St. Helena short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against St. Helena'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 St. Helena, Napa County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.