Portland STR guests are subject to the same Title 18 Noise Control Code as residents. Hosts are responsible for guest conduct. Quiet hours are 10 PM–7 AM. Permit violations from noise complaints can trigger ASTR permit suspension.
No separate STR-specific noise code exists; all Title 18 provisions apply to STR properties and guests. Operators are responsible for ensuring guests comply with city noise ordinances. Repeated noise complaints tied to an STR can be grounds for permit revocation. Portland Police and Multnomah County Animal Services enforce noise issues. Hosts are encouraged to post house rules and provide contact info to neighbors under ASTR permit best practices.
Noise violation at STR: $250 to $1,000. Multiple complaints: permit suspension/revocation. Host responsible for guest behavior.
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