West Slope VHR Public Engagement

West Slope VHR Ordinance Review

El Dorado County — Public Engagement

Public Meeting Video: March 4, 2026, at 5:30 PM
County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA
Link to Video: 3-4-2026 West Slope VHR Public Meeting Video
Email comments to WestSlopeVHR@edcgov.us

Overview

El Dorado County is reviewing elements of the West Slope Vacation Home Rental (VHR) ordinance. As part of the Board’s direction during the formation of the West Slope Ad Hoc Committee, this review will consider adjustments to parcel buffers (including smaller or no buffers for larger parcels), the inclusion of attached and detached guest houses, potential removal of the Hosted Home Rentals buffer on the West Slope, and a re-examination of occupancy levels. We want to understand what outcomes the public supports and what should be avoided to balance neighborhood character, housing, tourism, safety, and property rights.

Public Engagement & Comments

Email your comments, suggestions, and concerns to: WestSlopeVHR@edcgov.us

Key Topics Under Review

  • Buffers: Whether and how to adjust VHR parcel proximity buffers, including options for smaller or no buffers on larger parcels
  • Guest Houses: Whether attached and detached guest houses should be included/allowed within VHR operations
  • Hosted Home Rentals: Suggested change: Remove the buffer that currently limits Hosted Home Rentals on the West Slope
  • Occupancy Levels: Revisit occupancy limits to ensure safety and compatibility with neighborhood infrastructure

Meeting Details

Date & Time: March 4th, 2026 — 5:30 PM
Location: County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA
Format: In-person or Online Link to Zoom Meeting Online

Public Comment: Email comments to WestSlopeVHR@edcgov.us

Here is a link to the online video from 3-4-2026 3-4-2026 West Slope VHR Public Meeting Video

Policy Options & Considerations

Buffers

  • Option A: Scale buffers by parcel size
  • Option B: No buffer for parcels above a defined acreage
  • Option C: Keep existing 500 buffers
  • Option D: Consider other options

Guest Houses

  • Staff suggestion: Allow Attached & Detached with conditions on the West Slope

Hosted Home Rentals

  • Staff suggestion: Remove the buffer limiting Hosted Home Rentals on the West Slope

Occupancy Levels

  • Align with fire code, bedroom count, and septic capacity
  • Explore caps per-bedroom or square footage

Timeline & Next Steps

  1. Now – March 4th, 2026: Collect public comments via email
  2. March 4th, 2026: Public meeting at 5:30 PM
  3. Post-meeting: Ad Hoc committee refinement and public survey
  4. Staff drafts ordinance updates for Board consideration
  5. Final online survey on Staff recommendations
  6. Presentation to Board for approval

Contact

Questions or comments: WestSlopeVHR@edcgov.us

 

 

 

 

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