Westport, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Grays Harbor County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance CapNo more than one vacation rental shall be allowed on a single parcel with the exception of the mixed use tourist commercial zoning districts.
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Permitted in all zoning districts that allow single-family residences as a permitted use

Official Sources

codepublishing.com/WA/Westport/html/Westport17/Westport1722.html
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Westport, Washington

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

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Westport, Washington?

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

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

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

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

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