Ephrata, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Grant County

Conditional

STR Status

Owner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 65%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Ephrata, Washington

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Ephrata, Washington are allowed under certain conditions. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Ephrata, Washington?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Ephrata, Washington. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Ephrata?

A business license is also required.

Where do these Ephrata short-term rental rules come from?

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