Leavenworth, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Chelan County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Chelan County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$600 (Tier 1 and Tier 2), $900 (Tier 3)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year15 (for Tier 1 whole-unit without owner present)
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

co.chelan.wa.us/community-development/pages/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Leavenworth, Washington

Leavenworth, Washington has no separate city ordinance, so Chelan County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $600 (Tier 1 and Tier 2), $900).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Leavenworth, Washington?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $600 (Tier 1 and Tier 2), $900.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Leavenworth?

Yes — Leavenworth sets a cap of 15 rental nights per year.

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

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