Short-Term Rental Regulations
in South Beach, OR

Airbnb listings are allowed in South Beach, OR, but with restrictions. STRs are subject to regional license caps and density limits. Requirements include a DEQ-authorized septic evaluation (ESER), annual property inspections, and occupancy limits of 2 persons per sleeping area plus 2 additional persons (excluding children under 2). 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.

STRs are subject to regional license caps and density limits. Requirements include a DEQ-authorized septic evaluation (ESER), annual property inspections, and occupancy limits of 2 persons per sleeping area plus 2 additional persons (excluding children under 2).

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in South Beach. 1. Apply online via the Lincoln County MUNIRevs portal or in person at the Sheriff's Office. 2. Submit required documentation, including a DEQ-authorized Existing System Evaluation Report (ESER) for septic capacity and pass an annual property inspection. 3. Pay the $900 new application fee and maintain annual renewals for $650.

1. Apply online via the Lincoln County MUNIRevs portal or in person at the Sheriff's Office. 2. Submit required documentation, including a DEQ-authorized Existing System Evaluation Report (ESER) for septic capacity and pass an annual property inspection. 3. Pay the $900 new application fee and maintain annual renewals for $650.

Vrbo is permitted in South Beach, 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 South Beach 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 South Beach. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.