Port Gamble, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Kitsap County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

State-level data: No city- or county-specific STR ordinance found. Showing Washington statewide rules (tax, registration, and any state preemption) that apply here.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayno minimum (fewer than 30 consecutive nights defines STR)
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=64.37&full=true
Data confidence: 75%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Port Gamble, Washington

Port Gamble has no city- or county-specific short-term-rental ordinance, so Washington statewide rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Port Gamble, Washington?

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

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Port Gamble?

Yes — Port Gamble sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these Port Gamble short-term rental rules come from?

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