Port Townsend, Washington
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Jefferson County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- No short-term rental allowed in an accessory dwelling unit
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Port Townsend, Washington
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Port Townsend, Washington are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $898.36 (Minor Conditional Use).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Port Townsend, Washington?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Port Townsend, Washington.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Port Townsend?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $898.36 (Minor Conditional Use.
Where do these Port Townsend short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Port Townsend'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 Townsend, Jefferson County, or Washington authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.