Hillsboro, Oregon

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Washington County

Conditional

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$60 (Partial-Dwelling); $315 (Full-Dwelling Development Review)
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1 Partial-Dwelling STR per owner; max 2 Full-Dwelling STRs per owner
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Tents, trailers, RVs, yurts, shipping containers, non-residential spaces, Group Housing, and outdoor areas not eligible

Official Sources

hillsboro-oregon.gov/services/permitting-center/businesses/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Hillsboro, Oregon

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Hillsboro, Oregon are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $60 (Partial-Dwelling); $315 (). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Hillsboro, Oregon?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $60 (Partial-Dwelling); $315 (.

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

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