Portland, OR Short-Term Rentals: Short-Term Rental Parking Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Parking cap
- No more than 3 spaces (Type B)
- Applies to
- Type B short-term rentals (3+ bedrooms)
- Governing standard
- Appearance standard, § 33.207.050.B.9
- Review process
- Conditional use review, Type II/III
Summary
Portland limits Type B accessory short-term rentals to no more than three parking spaces; adding more violates the appearance standard meant to keep the property looking residential under City Code § 33.207.050.
Appearance. Residential structures may be remodeled for the development of an accessory short-term rental. However, structural alterations may not be made that prevent the structure being used as a residence in the future. Internal or external changes that will make the dwelling appear less residential in nature or function are not allowed. Examples of such alterations include installation of more than three parking spaces, paving of required setbacks, and commercial-type exterior lighting.
10. A Type B accessory home occupation is prohibited with a Type B accessory short-term rental.
11. Advertisements. No advertisement can state more than the approved number of bedrooms or guests for a Type B accessory short-term rental. This includes any wording, images, or descriptions that indicate a higher capacity available for the approved number of bedrooms or guests allowed.
Full Breakdown
Under Portland City Code § 33.207.050.B.9, a Type B accessory short-term rental (3 or more bedrooms rented to overnight guests) can't be remodeled to look less residential, and the code names installing more than three parking spaces as a disqualifying alteration, alongside paving required setbacks or adding commercial-type exterior lighting. The host can remodel the structure to run the rental, but changes can't prevent the building from being used as a home again later. Portland Permitting & Development reviews Type B short-term rentals through a conditional use process, and this appearance standard is one of the conditions.
Violations & Fines
Adding a fourth parking space, paving setbacks, or other non-residential-looking changes violates the standard; Portland Permitting & Development can revoke the conditional use approval for noncompliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add more than three parking spaces for my Portland short-term rental?
Does this parking limit apply to Type A short-term rentals too?
Sources & Official References
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