Newport, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Pend Oreille County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
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

Official Sources

pendoreille.gov/community-development/page/land-use-information
Data confidence: 75%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Newport, Washington

Newport, Washington has no separate city ordinance, so Pend Oreille County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Newport, Washington?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

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