Redmond, Washington
Short-Term Rental Regulations — King County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannually
Business License RequiredYes
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
- 1 business license per STR in single-family zoning districts; 1 business license per operator in multifamily zoning districts
Official Sources
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 8, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Redmond, Washington
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Redmond, Washington are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Redmond, Washington?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Redmond, Washington.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Redmond?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.
Where do these Redmond short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Redmond'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 Redmond, King County, or Washington authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.