Step 1
Verify Distance Eligibility
Ensure the property is in the Coastal Zone and not within 100 feet of an existing STR on the same side of the street or within a 50-foot radius.
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- Address
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Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.
Short-term rentals in the unincorporated coastal community of Cayucos are regulated by San Luis Obispo County through strict distance separation requirements and a monthly tenancy cap.
To host an STR in Cayucos, your property must be at least 100 feet away from any other permitted vacation rental on your street and at least 50 feet away in any other direction. You are limited to a maximum of four separate rental bookings per calendar month and must provide all guest parking on-site. Owners must obtain a one-time Coastal Zoning Clearance and an annual County Business License.
Step-by-step guide for Cayucos
Ensure the property is in the Coastal Zone and not within 100 feet of an existing STR on the same side of the street or within a 50-foot radius.
Submit a formal application to the County Planning and Building Department for land use authorization.
Send a notice to all neighbors within 200 feet, the local Sheriff Substation, and the Fire Agency including your emergency contact info.
Register your business with the County Tax Collector and obtain your Transient Occupancy Tax certificate.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
Researched & verified by Learn STR at GoStudioM