Astoria, Oregon

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Clatsop County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • R-1 (Conditional Use), R-2, R-3 for homestay lodging; commercial zones only for hotels/motels/vacation rentals

Official Sources

astoria.gov/Assets/dept_3/pm/pdf/homestay%20lodging%20faq.pdf
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Astoria, Oregon

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Astoria, Oregon are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Astoria, Oregon?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Astoria, Oregon. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Astoria?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Where do these Astoria short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Astoria's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Astoria, Clatsop County, or Oregon authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.