Permitting requirements
Know the rules before you host
Short-term rental requirements depend on where your property sits. We handle the paperwork for every location we serve.
Requirements by location
Each area sets its own rules, fees and limits, and they change over time. Ask us for the current requirements for your address.
Unincorporated Nevada County
DifficultyEasiest
Rural properties, including Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, Alta Sierra and Washington.
Nevada County short-term rental FAQsHover or tap for the breakdown
- Permit
- Short-term rental permit through Nevada County, with no cap on permits
- Tax
- County transient occupancy tax registration and filing
- Safety
- Fire safety, defensible space and detector checks
- Property
- Septic capacity and guest limits for rural homes
City of Nevada City
DifficultyMore involved
Properties inside Nevada City limits.
City of Nevada City short-term rental informationHover or tap for the breakdown
- Permit
- Limitations apply in downtown Nevada City, and a minor use permit is sometimes required. We check the specific zoning for your address
- Tax
- City transient occupancy tax and business license
- Safety
- Fire and life-safety inspection
- Property
- Guest, parking and noise limits set by the city
City of Grass Valley
DifficultyMore involved
Properties inside Grass Valley limits.
Grass Valley minor use permit for short-term rentals (PDF)Hover or tap for the breakdown
- Permit
- A special use permit is often required, and downtown has added limitations. We check the specific zoning for your address
- Tax
- City transient occupancy tax and business license
- Safety
- Fire and life-safety inspection
- Property
- Guest, parking and noise limits set by the city
Auburn area
DifficultyAsk us for your address
City of Auburn and surrounding Placer County properties.
Hover or tap for the breakdown
- Permit
- Permit or registration through the City of Auburn or Placer County
- Tax
- Transient occupancy tax and business license
- Safety
- Fire and life-safety checks
- Property
- Occupancy, parking and trash rules for your address
What is typically required
- Short-term rental permit or registration from the city or county
- Local business license, where required
- Transient occupancy tax (TOT) registration, collection and filing
- Fire and life-safety checks, including smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and defensible space
- Limits on guest count, parking, noise and trash service
- Septic or sewer capacity review for occupancy, on rural properties
- Posted local contact and permit number in your listing
This is general guidance, not legal advice. Specific requirements vary by location and can change.
We take care of it
- 01
Tell us your address
We confirm which city or county rules apply to your property.
- 02
We prepare and file
We gather the paperwork, submit your application and schedule any inspections.
- 03
We keep you compliant
We handle renewals and tax filings so your listing stays in good standing.
Not sure what your property needs?
Send us your address and we will tell you exactly what applies.
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