Waitsburg, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Walla Walla County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1% of overall dwelling units in the city
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Allowed only in R-1 and Flexible C-R zones; prohibited in all other zoning districts

Official Sources

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Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 14, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Waitsburg, Washington

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Waitsburg, Washington are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Waitsburg, Washington?

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

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

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

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

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