Showing ordinances that apply to Shaver Lake, CA
Shaver Lake is an unincorporated community (population 580) in Fresno County, California. Because Shaver Lake is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Fresno County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The registration rules rules below are the ones that govern your area.
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.
Short-term rental operators in unincorporated Fresno County must register with the Fresno County Treasurer-Tax Collector to obtain a Transient Occupancy Tax certificate before beginning rental operations. This TOT registration serves as the primary operator registration mechanism. There is no separate short-term rental registry, license, or permitting program at the county level. Registration requires providing property address, owner information, and anticipated rental activity. The TOT certificate number must be maintained current with quarterly filings. Operators using online platforms should ensure their listing reflects proper registration status. The county may cross-reference platform listings with TOT registration records to identify non-compliant operators. A California Seller's Permit from the CDTFA may also be required if the rental includes taxable tangible goods (furnished accommodations may qualify).
Operating without TOT registration: misdemeanor charge. Back-tax assessment for unreported periods. Quarterly filing delinquency: 10% penalty plus 1.5% monthly interest. County may issue cease-and-desist for unregistered operators.
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