Portland, Oregon

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Clackamas County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
57 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap57 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Portland, Oregon

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

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Portland, Oregon?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Portland, Oregon. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

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