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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Grant County, OR

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Grant County’s Land Development Code permits Bed & Breakfast Inns as accessory uses where the owner/operator lives on-site. Rentals are generally limited to two bedrooms (maximum five bedrooms/10 guests with approved sanitation), require one off-street parking space per sleeping room plus two for the dwelling, and must comply with all County and State water, sewage, and licensing requirements.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Apply for a Bed & Breakfast use through the Grant County Planning Department via a Type II Review, providing a floor plan and evidence of owner-occupancy. 2) Demonstrate compliance with County/State water, sewage, and licensing requirements. 3) Register for the transient lodging tax per County Ordinance 91-02 and display the certificate of authority at the property.

Official Resources

Official Grant County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Grant County, OR?
Grant County’s Land Development Code permits Bed & Breakfast Inns as accessory uses where the owner/operator lives on-site. Rentals are generally limited to two bedrooms (maximum five bedrooms/10 guests with approved sanitation), require one off-street parking space per sleeping room plus two for the dwelling, and must comply with all County and State water, sewage, and licensing requirements.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Grant County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Grant County. 1) Apply for a Bed & Breakfast use through the Grant County Planning Department via a Type II Review, providing a floor plan and evidence of owner-occupancy. 2) Demonstrate compliance with County/State water, sewage, and licensing requirements. 3) Register for the transient lodging tax per County Ordinance 91-02 and display the certificate of authority at the property.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Grant County?
1) Apply for a Bed & Breakfast use through the Grant County Planning Department via a Type II Review, providing a floor plan and evidence of owner-occupancy. 2) Demonstrate compliance with County/State water, sewage, and licensing requirements. 3) Register for the transient lodging tax per County Ordinance 91-02 and display the certificate of authority at the property.

Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction