Twisp, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Okanogan County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Owner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/14/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap15 permits total per year; max 2 per owner
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • different rules apply in residential vs. commercial zoning districts; owner-occupancy required in residential zones only

Official Sources

Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 14, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Twisp, Washington

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Twisp, Washington are allowed with a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Twisp, Washington?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Twisp, Washington. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A business license is also required.

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

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