Federal Way, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — King County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified

Business License RequiredNot specified

WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified

Primary Residence RequiredNot specified

Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

allowed in single-family residential zones

Official Sources

federalwaywa.gov/sites/default/files/Documents/Department/CD/Planning/Land%20Use%20Apps%20and%20Info%20Handouts/Vacation%20Rental.pdf

Data confidence: 70%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Federal Way, Washington

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Federal Way, Washington are allowed with a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Federal Way, Washington?

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

Where do these Federal Way short-term rental rules come from?

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