Edmonds, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Snohomish County

Conditional

STR Status

Owner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year30 consecutive calendar days maximum per stay
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

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

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 8, 2026

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.