8 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 5 cities in Fresno County, California.
Verified from official government sources
Fresno County requires a Short-Term Rental permit for unincorporated rentals under 30 days. Adopted 2020; administered by Planning Department.
Fresno County STR permits require strict noise compliance. Any after-hours disturbance documented by sheriff can lead to permit revocation after 2-3 strikes.
Fresno County charges 10% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on all unincorporated STR stays under 30 days. Remitted monthly to Treasurer-Tax Collector.
Unincorporated Fresno County STRs must provide one off-street parking space per bedroom. No guest parking on public roads or neighboring properties.
Fresno County STR occupancy limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus 2, typical cap of 10 overnight guests regardless of bedroom count.
Fresno County STR permits require proof of $1 million commercial liability insurance or platform-provided equivalent (Airbnb AirCover / Vrbo Liability).
Fresno County does not impose night caps (maximum rental nights per year) on short-term rentals in unincorporated areas. Properties may be rented year-round subject to TOT collection and zoning compliance.
Fresno County requires TOT registration with the Treasurer-Tax Collector for all short-term rental operators in unincorporated areas. There is no separate STR registration or licensing program. Operators must obtain a TOT certificate before accepting guests.
5 cities in Fresno County have their own short-term rentals rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
13 verified rules • Extended Home Share, Host Platform Liability
8 verified rules • Insurance Requirements, Night Caps
8 verified rules • Insurance Requirements, Night Caps
8 verified rules • Insurance Requirements, Night Caps
8 verified rules • Insurance Requirements, Night Caps
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