Short-Term Rental Regulations
in The Dalles, OR

Airbnb listings are allowed in The Dalles, OR, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are limited to stays of 30 consecutive days or less with a maximum occupancy of two persons per bedroom or studio. In residential zones (RL, RM, RH), new licenses are prohibited within 300 feet of an existing licensed STR, and 'special events' are forbidden during rental periods. Operators must provide proof of weekly solid waste service and compliance with transient lodging tax obligations. 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 are limited to stays of 30 consecutive days or less with a maximum occupancy of two persons per bedroom or studio. In residential zones (RL, RM, RH), new licenses are prohibited within 300 feet of an existing licensed STR, and 'special events' are forbidden during rental periods. Operators must provide proof of weekly solid waste service and compliance with transient lodging tax obligations.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in The Dalles. 1. Submit a completed Short-Term Rental License application to the Community Development Department including a site/floor plan and proof of weekly garbage service. 2. Complete a safety checklist per Department administrative policy and provide proof of transient lodging tax registration (or payment for renewals). 3. Pay the applicable fees and obtain the approved license prior to any rental activity.

1. Submit a completed Short-Term Rental License application to the Community Development Department including a site/floor plan and proof of weekly garbage service. 2. Complete a safety checklist per Department administrative policy and provide proof of transient lodging tax registration (or payment for renewals). 3. Pay the applicable fees and obtain the approved license prior to any rental activity.

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