Redmond, WA Short-Term Rentals: Registration Rules (2026)

Operating a short-term rental in Redmond requires three parallel registrations. First, a Redmond general business license through the Redmond Business Licensing Division under RMC 5.04, filed online or at City Hall. Second, registration with the Washington Department of Revenue through My DOR to collect state sales tax and lodging tax. Third, compliance with the state STR disclosure and safety rules under RCW 64.37 including a written notice of safety information to guests (emergency contacts, fire extinguisher and smoke detector locations, emergency exit map). Hosts must provide the name and 24-hour contact of a local responsible party to guests and to the city on request. Business licenses are renewed annually with fee based on gross receipts. Changes in ownership, property address, or operator must be reported promptly. Hosts whose listings go live without the required registrations can face retroactive penalties and tax assessments. Platforms may require hosts to enter a state tax registration number before listings can be activated.