Edmonds, Washington
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Snohomish County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Residential zones: permitted secondary use with 2 or fewer rental bedrooms; 3+ bedrooms require conditional use permit. Business/commercial zones: permitted primary use.
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Edmonds, Washington
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Edmonds, Washington are allowed under certain conditions. The property must be owner-occupied.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Edmonds, Washington?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Edmonds, Washington. The property must be owner-occupied.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Edmonds?
A business license is also required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Edmonds?
Yes — Edmonds sets a cap of 30 rental nights per year.
Where do these Edmonds short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Edmonds'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 Edmonds, Snohomish County, or Washington authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.