Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Cave Junction, OR

Airbnbs are effectively legal in Cave Junction, OR because there are no specific short-term rental regulations on the books. No City of Cave Junction municipal code section was found that expressly regulates or defines 'short-term rental.' Hosts must obtain a City Business Tax License and comply with zoning/use & occupancy approvals; Cave Junction’s zoning code defines lodging-related terms (e.g., 'motel,' 'tourist park') which may limit locations. Josephine County Environmental Health issues Tourist Facility Licenses for B&Bs and similar traveler accommodations. Operators should still verify HOA rules, state-level requirements, and any tax-collection obligations. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

No City of Cave Junction municipal code section was found that expressly regulates or defines 'short-term rental.' Hosts must obtain a City Business Tax License and comply with zoning/use & occupancy approvals; Cave Junction’s zoning code defines lodging-related terms (e.g., 'motel,' 'tourist park') which may limit locations. Josephine County Environmental Health issues Tourist Facility Licenses for B&Bs and similar traveler accommodations.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Cave Junction. 1) Complete and sign the City of Cave Junction Business License application and submit with payment to the City Recorder. 2) Obtain required zoning/use & occupancy approval by submitting a Zoning Clearance form to the planning department. 3) If the accommodation qualifies as a 'Tourist Facility' (e.g., B&B), apply to Josephine County Environmental Health for a Tourist Facility License and inspection.

1) Complete and sign the City of Cave Junction Business License application and submit with payment to the City Recorder. 2) Obtain required zoning/use & occupancy approval by submitting a Zoning Clearance form to the planning department. 3) If the accommodation qualifies as a 'Tourist Facility' (e.g., B&B), apply to Josephine County Environmental Health for a Tourist Facility License and inspection.

Vrbo is effectively legal in Cave Junction, OR for the same reason Airbnb is: there are no short-term-rental-specific regulations on the books. Operators should still check HOA, state, and tax obligations before listing. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Cave Junction 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.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Cave Junction. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.