Nevada County

Unincorporated Nevada County requires all short-term rentals to obtain an annual permit and register for Transient Occupancy Tax (10%). Regulations focus heavily on fire safety, including defensible space requirements and guest limits based on septic capacity and bedroom count.

To host an Airbnb in unincorporated Nevada County, you must first get a specific Short-Term Rental permit from the county planning department. You are also required to register with the Tax Collector to pay a 10% tourist tax (though platforms like Airbnb usually collect this for you). Be aware that fire safety is a top priority; you must maintain 'defensible space' around your home and provide guest evacuation maps. You cannot use an ADU (accessory dwelling unit) for short-term rentals if it was built after 2020.