Steilacoom, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Pierce County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
700 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 consecutive days (STR defined as under 30 days)
Density / Distance Cap700 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • R-7.2 and R-9.6 zoning districts only; limited to single family residences

Official Sources

townofsteilacoom.org/DocumentCenter/View/3046/Ordinance-for-April-19
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Steilacoom, Washington

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Steilacoom, Washington are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Steilacoom, Washington?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Steilacoom, Washington. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

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

Yes — Steilacoom sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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