Federal Way vs Renton
How do occupancy limits rules compare between Federal Way, WA and Renton, WA?
Federal Way and Renton have similar restriction levels.
Federal Way, WA
King County
Federal Way STRs follow building code occupancy standards, generally two persons per bedroom plus two additional. RCW 64.37 requires operators to post maximum occupancy inside the unit.
View full Federal Way rules →Renton, WA
King County
RMC 4-4-055 caps short-term rental occupancy at 2 guests per bedroom plus the owner or host family. Units must comply with International Property Maintenance Code room size standards under RMC 4-5-130.
View full Renton rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Federal Way | Renton |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Formula | Two per bedroom plus two | - |
| Post Occupancy | Required by RCW 64.37 | - |
| Bedroom Minimum | 70 sq ft with egress | - |
| Code Basis | WA State Building Code | - |
| Fine Minimum | 250 dollars | - |
| Limit | - | 2 guests per bedroom |
| Owner Family | - | Counted separately when owner-occupied |
| Bedroom Standard | - | IPMC, RMC 4-5-130 |
| Room Minimum | - | 70 sq ft for 1 occupant |
| Alarms | - | Smoke and CO required |
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Federal Way FAQ
How many guests can my Federal Way STR host?
Generally two guests per bedroom plus two additional, subject to state building code bedroom definitions and fire egress.
Do I have to post occupancy?
Yes. RCW 64.37 requires every short-term rental operator to post the maximum occupancy inside the unit.
Renton FAQ
Can I rent my Renton 2-bedroom to 6 adults?
No. RMC 4-4-055 caps occupancy at 2 per bedroom, so a true 2-bedroom may only host 4 unrelated guests (plus the resident owner's family if owner-occupied).
Does my finished basement count as a bedroom?
Only if it has a permitted egress window, meets IPMC room dimensions under RMC 4-5-130, and has smoke and CO alarms per the fire code.
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