College Place, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Walla Walla County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
700 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150 per unit (new application special use permit fee); $66 per unit inspection fee; $50 per unit annual renewal special use permit fee; $66 per unit re-inspection fee
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap700 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

cpwa.us/departments/planning/vacation_rentals.php
Data confidence: 98%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in College Place, Washington

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in College Place, Washington are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150 per unit (new application).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in College Place, Washington?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in College Place?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $150 per unit (new application.

Where do these College Place short-term rental rules come from?

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