California Central Coast STR

[Brian Huh]

Hello  BP community, 

I'm looking into possible STR investment in the central coast of California. I know I'm late to the game hoping I can get some guidance.

I've looked into Paso Robles, Morro Bay, SLO, Los Osos, and Santa Maria. 

Most of these cities appear to have regulations. Some appear to be more stricter than others. 

For example, SLO only allows homestay/homeshare and Paso's non-hosted vacation rental permits are all taken and you have to go on a waitlist for someone to drop off to be eligible for STR.

For those of you who have STR investments in these areas, is there a place that I haven't looked into that is relatively easier to get STR permits?

Thanks 

Brian