Vacation Home Rentals (VHRs) have been permitted in the Tahoe Township by ordinance since 2005. VHRs are properties that are rented on a short-term basis (less than 28 days). The VHR program is designed to allow families outside of the Tahoe Region to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Tahoe and what the region has to offer. The permitting process is in place to ensure that visitors can enjoy but respect the residents privacy who call this area "home"!
To view the current VHR Code use this link and search for section 20.622.
NOTICE: The VHR Advisory Board has approved a revision to the VHR Code, which will be presented to the Planning Commission on March 14, 2023. A copy of the proposed revision can be found here. A clean version can be found here.
NOTICE: The Planning Commission reviewed and approved the following items, which will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners on April 10, 2023. A copy of the proposed revision can be found here.
NOTICE: The Board of County Commissioners reviewed and approved the following items at a special meeting, which will be introduced to the Board of County Commissioners on May 4, 2023. A copy of the proposed revision can be found here.
Contact Us
VHRs are enforced by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) and Code Enforcement.
For parking and noise complaints:
Call DCSO non-emergency line at 775-782-5126.
For general questions about VHRs or to reach Code Enforcement staff:
Call Code Enforcement at (775) 782-6214 or send an email to [email protected]
To file a VHR complaint, please send an email to [email protected] or call the VHR hotline at (775) 783-6027. Nights and weekends this line is answered by a 3rd party answering service.
Search VHR permits, click here.
To search a geographic map of VHRs, click on map.
