Williams, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Colusa County

Conditional

STR Status

Business License Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Colusa County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Applies to recreational lodging facilities in zones other than commercial zones; does not apply to hotels or motels

Official Sources

countyofcolusaca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5220
Data confidence: 75%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Williams, California

Williams, California has no separate city ordinance, so Colusa County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Williams, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Williams, California.

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

A business license is also required.

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

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