Castle Rock, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cowlitz County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Permit Cap11 permits
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance CapMaximum of one Type 2 rental per parcel
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • permitted in any conforming or preexisting dwelling unit in any zone

Official Sources

ecode360.com/46123657
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Castle Rock, Washington

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Castle Rock, Washington are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Castle Rock, Washington?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Castle Rock, Washington.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Castle Rock?

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

Where do these Castle Rock short-term rental rules come from?

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