STR registration with Sacramento County is mandatory before listing. Permit number must appear in all online advertisements per Zoning Code 3.10.
Sacramento County requires all short-term rental operators to register and obtain a permit from the Planning and Environmental Review Division before advertising or accepting bookings. The permit number must be displayed in all online listings (Airbnb, VRBO, etc.) so county staff can verify compliance. Registration requires property address, owner info, emergency contact, insurance, site plan, and TOT certificate from Finance. Platforms are increasingly required to verify permit status before allowing listings. Annual renewal required.
Listing without valid permit number: 1000-5000 dollar fines per Zoning Code 3.10. Platforms may remove non-compliant listings.
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