Cle Elum, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Kittitas County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $1,000.00Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
$1,000.00License Cost
250 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$1,000.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap250 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

cleelum.gov/city-services/planning/short-term-rentals/
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Cle Elum, Washington

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Cle Elum, Washington are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $1,000.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Cle Elum, Washington?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Cle Elum?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $1,000.00.

Where do these Cle Elum short-term rental rules come from?

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