Truckee, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Nevada County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 13.25%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
13.25%Tax Rate
530 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Capyes
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT13.25%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Truckee, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Truckee, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence. A lodging/occupancy tax of 13.25% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Truckee, California?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Truckee?

Short-term rentals in Truckee are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 13.25%.

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

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