Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Madras, OR

Jefferson County defines short-term rentals as residential dwelling units rented for stays under 30 days and requires registration for transient lodging tax; city zoning and land-use rules apply (City of Madras Municipal Code and e-permitting) but no city-specific STR conditions or residency/occupancy limits were found on the city website.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Madras. 1) Register as a transient lodging provider with the Jefferson County tax administrator within 15 days of commencing business using the county registration form; 2) County issues a certificate of authority (no charge) within 15 days which must be displayed and, if rented online, linked during payment; 3) File quarterly returns and remit the 6% county transient lodging tax, retain 5% administrative fee if applicable.

1) Register as a transient lodging provider with the Jefferson County tax administrator within 15 days of commencing business using the county registration form; 2) County issues a certificate of authority (no charge) within 15 days which must be displayed and, if rented online, linked during payment; 3) File quarterly returns and remit the 6% county transient lodging tax, retain 5% administrative fee if applicable.