Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Bend, OR

Airbnb listings are allowed in Bend, OR, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals (STRs) are allowed in Bend with type designations: Type I (infrequent whole-house rentals up to 30 days/year or up to four rental periods), owner-occupied rentals (up to two bedrooms) and Type II (whole-house rentals >30 days/year or >4 rental periods) subject to a 500-foot separation requirement for Type II whole-house STRs in specified residential/mixed-use zones; separate rules apply for ADUs, commercial/mixed-use zones, and some permit-exempt resort/subdivision areas. Operators must provide 24/7 emergency contact info to neighbors within 250 ft and follow occupancy/one-unit-per-property limits for multi-dwelling lots as described in BDC 3.6.500 and Bend Code 7.16. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals (STRs) are allowed in Bend with type designations: Type I (infrequent whole-house rentals up to 30 days/year or up to four rental periods), owner-occupied rentals (up to two bedrooms) and Type II (whole-house rentals >30 days/year or >4 rental periods) subject to a 500-foot separation requirement for Type II whole-house STRs in specified residential/mixed-use zones; separate rules apply for ADUs, commercial/mixed-use zones, and some permit-exempt resort/subdivision areas. Operators must provide 24/7 emergency contact info to neighbors within 250 ft and follow occupancy/one-unit-per-property limits for multi-dwelling lots as described in BDC 3.6.500 and Bend Code 7.16.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Bend. 1) Confirm eligibility (use the City STR eligibility map and BDC 3.6.500); 2) Apply for a Land Use Permit via the CityView planning portal (select project type “Short Term Rental”) — fees apply (Type I and Type II land use fees listed in guidance); 3) After land use approval, apply for a Short Term Rental Operating License in CityView within 60 days (initial operating fee $350; annual renewal $255; annual Transportation Fee supplement $200 for whole-house or $108 for others); submit neighbor notice proof, 24/7 contact, fire-safety self-inspection, parking diagram, and required declarations as listed on the City STR page.

1) Confirm eligibility (use the City STR eligibility map and BDC 3.6.500); 2) Apply for a Land Use Permit via the CityView planning portal (select project type “Short Term Rental”) — fees apply (Type I and Type II land use fees listed in guidance); 3) After land use approval, apply for a Short Term Rental Operating License in CityView within 60 days (initial operating fee $350; annual renewal $255; annual Transportation Fee supplement $200 for whole-house or $108 for others); submit neighbor notice proof, 24/7 contact, fire-safety self-inspection, parking diagram, and required declarations as listed on the City STR page.

Vrbo is permitted in Bend, OR under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Bend are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

The most recent tracked change in Bend is "Bend STR Permit Cap Reached in Residential Zones" (2024-09-01, status: passed). Bend's residential STR permit cap was reached, effectively closing new applications in residential zones. Operators must wait for permit surrenders or cap adjustments. See the regulatory updates section on this page for the full history.

Bend's residential STR permit cap is currently at or near capacity. New applications may be accepted via lottery when permits become available. Contact Bend's Planning Division for current waitlist status.

When permits become available below the cap, Bend opens a lottery application window. Qualified applicants are selected randomly. There is no guarantee of selection, and applicants may need to enter multiple lottery cycles.

Bend STR permits are generally non-transferable. A new owner must apply through the permit and lottery process. This significantly affects resale values for properties operating as STRs.