Mammoth Lakes

Short-term rentals are heavily regulated in Mammoth Lakes and generally restricted to multi-family and resort zones (RMF-2, Resort, etc.). Hosts must obtain an STR Certificate and a Business Tax Certificate, and pay a total TOT rate of 13%. Stays of 31 days or longer are exempt from these regulations.

To host an Airbnb in Mammoth Lakes, you first need to check if your property is in a 'permitted zone' (mostly condos and resort areas). If you are in a single-family residential area, you likely cannot rent for less than 30 days. You must apply for an annual permit, pass a safety inspection, and have a local contact person who can respond to complaints within 30 minutes. Even if Airbnb collects your taxes, you still have to file quarterly reports with the Town.