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Washington County, OR Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)

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County Rule: Not regulated
TLT Rate: 9% county + 1.5% state
Building Code: ORSC R304 applies
Status: Not on 2023-25 work program

City-specific rules exist: Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, and Tualatin have their own occupancy limits rules that differ from Washington County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Summary

Washington County does not regulate short-term rental occupancy in unincorporated areas. The Board declined to adopt STR regulations in the 2023-25 Planning Work Program. STR operators must still comply with state transient lodging tax and fire/building codes.

Full Breakdown

In April 2021 the Board of Commissioners asked staff to research STR regulation for the urban unincorporated area. Staff found startup costs could not be offset by licensing fees, and the 2023-25 Planning Work Program did not include STR rulemaking. As of 2026, there are no county-wide STR occupancy limits, bedroom caps, or guest limits. Hillsboro, Beaverton, and Tigard similarly do not maintain STR-specific occupancy caps but apply zoning (home occupation, hotel/motel) that may constrain use. Oregon transient lodging tax (1.5% state + 9% Washington County transient lodging tax under Chapter 3.14) applies to stays under 30 days. Oregon Residential Specialty Code occupancy limits (ORSC R304) apply to sleeping rooms. Operators should confirm smoke/CO alarms, egress windows, and address posting.

Violations & Fines

No county STR occupancy penalty (not regulated). Building code overcrowding: stop-use order possible. Unpaid transient lodging tax: penalties under county Chapter 3.14 plus interest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who enforces occupancy limits rules in Washington County?

Washington County's code enforcement division is responsible for short term-rentals ordinances. You can report violations or request information through the Washington County government website or by calling the main municipal line.

What are typical penalties for violating occupancy limits rules?

Most Washington County short term-rentals violations start with a written warning followed by escalating civil fines for repeat offenses. Specific dollar amounts and any criminal-misdemeanor exposure depend on the section of code; consult Washington County's municipal code or staff for the current penalty schedule.

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