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SEATTLE-Area Rules & Regulations

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Chapter 64.37 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) requires all STR operators to obtain a state business license from the Washington Department of Revenue, maintain liability insurance coverage of at least $1 million unless all bookings are made through a platform that provides equivalent coverage, and provide a local emergency contact and fire, police, and EMS numbers.

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KING COUNTY

The county has no STR regulations for unincorporated areas. State law applies.

CITY OF SEATTLE

STRs require a Short-Term Rental Operator’s License and a Business License Tax Certificate. Each operator is limited to a maximum of two units within city limits, one of which must be associated with the host’s primary address.

SEE SEATTLE LAWS

CITY OF BELLEVUE

Short-term rentals are permitted in multifamily/condos/PUDs, subject to registration and caps of no more than five units and no more than 20% of units in the development. Whole-house rentals in single-family homes are prohibited, but individual rooms may be rented out short-term.

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PIERCE COUNTY

Vacation rentals are allowed within single-family or accessory dwelling units, provided the owner files a Vacation Rental Affidavit with Planning and Public Works. Operators are limited to five guest rooms and 10 guests at a time, must notify adjacent neighbors, and provide a Good Neighbor brochure and parking information to guests.

PIERCE COUNTY LAWS

CITY OF TACOMA

Tacoma requires a City Business License for all STRs and a Transient Accommodation License for rentals with three or more bedrooms. Primary residency is required for renting individual rooms or a separate unit, such as an accessory dwelling unit. Whole-home rentals do not require the owner to reside in the property.

SEE TACOMA LAWS

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FAQs: Service animals at short-term rentals

FAQs: Service animals at short-term rentals

A frequently asked question in search engines and short-term rental forums is whether a vacation rental can deny a service dog. The answer dwells in a gray area of the law. Am I legally required to allow service dogs in my vacation rental? The Americans with...

FAQs: Do you need short-term rental insurance?

FAQs: Do you need short-term rental insurance?

Google searches and questions in hospitality forums show that many hosts struggle to understand short-term rental insurance and what it covers. Here are answers to some of your frequently asked questions about vacation rental insurance and whether you need a separate...

Short-Term Rental Agreements: A Guide for Hosts

Short-Term Rental Agreements: A Guide for Hosts

Some of the worst hosting experiences serve as parables on the importance of having a detailed short-term rental agreement with guests. A well-drafted rental agreement protects you and your guests from potential disputes and outlines expectations for both...

STR Cleaning 101

STR Cleaning 101

Welcoming guests to a pristine home is a nonnegotiable element of staying in business as a short-term rental host – let alone earning a 5-star review. In this guide, we’ll explain how a turnover clean and a residential clean differ and outline the essentials of...

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