Bend, Oregon

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Deschutes County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
500 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$350 initial application fee; $255 annual renewal; plus Transportation Fee Supplement of $200/year (whole house) or $108/year (all others); plus Land Use Permit fee of $1,314.53 (Type I) or $3,657.44 (Type II) + 4% surcharge
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayno minimum stated; STR defined as less than 30 consecutive days
Density / Distance Cap500 feet separation required between whole-house STR properties in Residential and Mixed-Use Riverfront zones
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • 500-ft separation rule applies in Residential and Mixed-Use Riverfront zones (outside Old Mill District) for Type II; Commercial and Mixed-Use zones exempt from 500-ft rule

Official Sources

bendoregon.gov/services/business/short-term-rentals/
Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bend, Oregon

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bend, Oregon are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $350 initial application fee; ).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bend, Oregon?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Bend, Oregon.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $350 initial application fee; .

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Bend?

Yes — Bend sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

These details are verified against Bend'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 Bend, Deschutes County, or Oregon authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.