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South Lake Tahoe, CA short-term-rental rules
South Lake Tahoe requires a Vacation Home Rental permit to rent any property short-term (fewer than 30 consecutive days); permits must be renewed annually and no owner-occupancy requirement applies.
What does South Lake Tahoe, CA require?
South Lake Tahoe requires a Vacation Home Rental permit to rent any property short-term (fewer than 30 consecutive days); permits must be renewed annually and no owner-occupancy requirement applies.
How much is the South Lake Tahoe permit fee?
$548 application fee, plus a tiered annual fee. Residential-area annual fee: $670 (4 or fewer occupants), $1,340 (5–8), $2,680 (9–12), $3,485 (13+). Outside residential areas: $200 / $350 / $650 / $850 by the same tiers. Inspection $285; re-inspection $165.
How often do I renew?
Annual. Permits must be renewed within 30 days prior to expiration (City Code Section 3.50.400(B)).
What else should I know?
- No owner-occupancy or primary-residence requirement.
- The City caps VHR permits in residential areas at no more than 900 under Ordinance 2026-1203.
Source: City of South Lake Tahoe — Vacation Home Rentals (official city .gov page). Verified as of July 5, 2026. Rules change, so confirm the current requirement with your city before you submit.
South Lake Tahoe, CA short-term-rental permit questions
- Do I need a permit to run a short-term rental in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
- South Lake Tahoe requires a Vacation Home Rental permit to rent any property short-term (fewer than 30 consecutive days); permits must be renewed annually and no owner-occupancy requirement applies.
- How much does a South Lake Tahoe short-term-rental permit cost?
- $548 application fee, plus a tiered annual fee. Residential-area annual fee: $670 (4 or fewer occupants), $1,340 (5–8), $2,680 (9–12), $3,485 (13+). Outside residential areas: $200 / $350 / $650 / $850 by the same tiers. Inspection $285; re-inspection $165.
- How often do I renew my South Lake Tahoe short-term-rental registration?
- Annual. Permits must be renewed within 30 days prior to expiration (City Code Section 3.50.400(B)).
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