Occupancy restriction

There is no occupancy restriction however, the fees charged for permits is currently determined by the number of occupants

Length of Stay

29 days or less

Registration & Licensing Fees

None yet

Licenses or Permits Required

You are required to obtain a business license from the City of Vancouver to operate a short-term rental (STR) currently. You must also register the STR with the Washington State Department of Revenue.

Property Inspection

It is required

Guest Record

Hosts are required to keep guest records

Zoning

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Occupancy taxes and fees

22.5% cumulative tax rate

Insurance requirement

A short-term rental operator is required to maintain primary liability insurance to cover the short-term rental dwelling unit in the aggregate of not less than one million dollars ($1 million)

Does any Building, Health & Safety Regulation affects STR?

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Parking Requirement

The parking requirement for short-term rentals (STRs) in Vancouver, Washington varies depending on the size and location of the property.

For single-family homes in residential zones, the parking requirement is one parking space per bedroom, plus one additional space for the primary dwelling unit.

For multi-family dwellings, the parking requirement is one parking space per unit, plus one additional space for the common areas.

STRs that are located in commercial zones are subject to the parking requirements for commercial uses.

If a STR does not have enough parking spaces, the host may be able to obtain a parking variance from the City of Vancouver.

Advertising Requirement

The advertising requirement for short-term rentals (STRs) in Vancouver, Washington is that all STR hosts must include their City of Vancouver business license number in all online listings and advertising.

Noise regulation

Yes, there is a noise regulation in Vancouver, Washington. The noise ordinance also prohibits noise between the hours of 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM and any sound that is plainly audible from a distance of fifty (50) feet from the property line where the sound originates

Neighbor Notification

Neighbor notification is not currently required for short-term rentals (STRs) in Vancouver, Washington.

Limitation on number of STR owned

There is currently no limitation on the number of short-term rentals (STRs) that an individual can own in Vancouver, Washington. However, the City of Vancouver is currently considering a draft ordinance that would impose additional regulations on STRs, including a limit of three STRs per individual.

Regulations on hosting events or parties in STR

Yes, there are regulations on hosting events or parties in short-term rentals (STRs) in Vancouver, Washington. The City of Vancouver has a noise ordinance that prohibits excessive noise from all properties, including STRs. The noise ordinance defines excessive noise as any sound that is plainly audible from a distance of fifty (50) feet from the property line where the sound originates, or that is so loud or continuous or of such an unusual or disturbing character as to unreasonably disturb or interfere with the peace, comfort, or repose of the reasonable person of normal sensitivities.

Regulations on hosting events or parties in STR

Restrictions on number of reservations

There is currently no restriction on the number of reservations that a short-term rental (STR) host can accept in Vancouver, Washington. However, the City of Vancouver is considering a draft ordinance that would impose additional regulations on STRs, including a limit on the number of reservations that a host can accept per year.

Waste disposal regulations

The City of Vancouver has a curbside recycling and compost program. All STR hosts must participate in this program and provide their guests with access to recycling and compost bins.

STR hosts are also responsible for disposing of their guests' trash in a proper manner. This means bagging up the trash and placing it in the curbside trash bin.

Accessibility Requirement

There is no specific accessibility requirement for short-term rentals (STRs) in Vancouver, Washington. However, the City of Vancouver is currently considering a draft ordinance that would impose additional regulations on STRs, including a requirement for STR hosts to make their properties accessible to guests with disabilities.

Waste disposal regulations

The City of Vancouver has a curbside recycling and compost program. All STR hosts must participate in this program and provide their guests with access to recycling and compost bins.

STR hosts are also responsible for disposing of their guests' trash in a proper manner. This means bagging up the trash and placing it in the curbside trash bin.

Emergency Contact Information

Hosts are required to make available an emergency contact information that is always available to their guests during their stay.

What is short term rental?

Short-term rentals (STRs) in Vancouver, Washington, are permitted within legally established dwelling units, meaning both homeowners and renters can operate them, as long as they comply with local regulations. The City of Vancouver recently enacted a short-term rental ordinance that requires operators to obtain a business license and a specific STR permit. These rentals thrive primarily in urban settings, with popular property types including apartments in downtown areas and single-family homes, especially those that cater to tourists visiting for local attractions, events, and business purposes. The market tends to be more tourist-oriented, yet it also accommodates business travelers, particularly during the weekdays. The main authority regulating these rentals is the City of Vancouver's Community Development Department. For comprehensive information, the official sites can be consulted at City of Vancouver Short-Term Rentals and Be Heard Vancouver STR.

Are there STR regulations that affect property owners?

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Is there any short-term rental-related tax?

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Is it only individuals that are permitted to operate short-term rental?

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What are the procedures and requirement for the neighborhood approval?

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Do I need a neighborhood approval?

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Building, Health & Safety Regulation

Which of these taxes does Airbnb or other booking company collect?

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What zoning laws affect Short Term Rentals?

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Is there any guest record requirement?

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Do i require any license(s) for STR?

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Which tax(es) am i obligated to collect and remit?

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Which tax(es) am i obligated to collect and remit?

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What ZIP Codes have been prohibited for STR use?

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What types of properties are eligible for short-term rentals?

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Does occupancy limit affect STR?

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What STR regulations affect me as an Owner?

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What are the procedures or requirements for keeping the guest records?

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What are the occupancy limits for STR?

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What other STR regulations am i obligated to observe?

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What are the penalties and fines for non compliance?

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Is there any official regulatory body or authority?

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How can i contact the authority?

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Which jurisdictions are exempted from the regulations?

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What are the requirements and fees for the permit (s)?

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Basic Information

Length of Stay

29 days or less

Occupancy taxes and fees

22.5% cumulative tax rate

Licenses or Permits Required

Building and Health Regulation

Registration & Licensing Fees

None yet

Accessibility Requirement

Property Inspection

It is required

Zoning Regulations

Short-term rentals are not allowed in residential zones

Guest Record

Hosts are required to keep guest records

Occupancy Restriction

There is no occupancy restriction however, the fees charged for permits is currently determined by the number of occupants

Regulations on hosting events or parties in STR

Noise Regulation

Insurance Requirement

A short-term rental operator is required to maintain primary liability insurance to cover the short-term rental dwelling unit in the aggregate of not less than one million dollars ($1 million)

Restrictions on number of reservations

Waste disposal regulations

The City of Vancouver has a curbside recycling and compost program. All STR hosts must participate in this program and provide their guests with access to recycling and compost bins.

STR hosts are also responsible for disposing of their guests' trash in a proper manner. This means bagging up the trash and placing it in the curbside trash bin.

Limitation on number of STR owned

Emergency Contact Information

Hosts are required to make available an emergency contact information that is always available to their guests during their stay.

Neighbor Notification

Neighbor notification is not currently required for short-term rentals (STRs) in Vancouver, Washington.

Does any Building, Health & Safety Regulation affects STR?

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Parking Requirement

The parking requirement for short-term rentals (STRs) in Vancouver, Washington varies depending on the size and location of the property.

For single-family homes in residential zones, the parking requirement is one parking space per bedroom, plus one additional space for the primary dwelling unit.

For multi-family dwellings, the parking requirement is one parking space per unit, plus one additional space for the common areas.

STRs that are located in commercial zones are subject to the parking requirements for commercial uses.

If a STR does not have enough parking spaces, the host may be able to obtain a parking variance from the City of Vancouver.

Advertising Requirement

Regulations on hosting events or parties in STR

Waste disposal regulations

The City of Vancouver has a curbside recycling and compost program. All STR hosts must participate in this program and provide their guests with access to recycling and compost bins.

STR hosts are also responsible for disposing of their guests' trash in a proper manner. This means bagging up the trash and placing it in the curbside trash bin.