Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Bainbridge Island, WA

Short-term rentals are defined as stays of 30 days or less in legally permitted dwelling units. Requirements include a 24/7 local contact responding within 60 minutes, occupancy limits of two persons per room plus one per unit (not exceeding platform limits), and the display of a city-provided 4"x6" exterior notice and the rental certificate.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Bainbridge Island. 1) Submit a city-provided application form including owner/agent contact info, primary residence status, and a 24/7 local contact. 2) Pay a nonrefundable application or renewal fee as established by City Council resolution. 3) The city will mail notices to neighbors within 300 feet (if not owner-occupied primary residence) and grant the certificate for one year if no grounds for denial exist.

1) Submit a city-provided application form including owner/agent contact info, primary residence status, and a 24/7 local contact. 2) Pay a nonrefundable application or renewal fee as established by City Council resolution. 3) The city will mail notices to neighbors within 300 feet (if not owner-occupied primary residence) and grant the certificate for one year if no grounds for denial exist.