Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Tacoma, WA

Owner-occupancy is required if renting individual rooms or an ADU; entire-home rentals do not require residency. 1-2 guest rooms are allowed in residential zones, while 3-9 rooms require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) in most residential districts. Safety signs, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors are mandatory.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Tacoma. 1. Obtain a City of Tacoma Business License. 2. If renting 3 or more individual rooms, apply for a Transient Accommodations License, which requires review by Fire, Environmental Services, and Planning & Development Services. 3. Ensure the unit meets safety requirements, including smoke/CO detectors and posted safety signage.

1. Obtain a City of Tacoma Business License. 2. If renting 3 or more individual rooms, apply for a Transient Accommodations License, which requires review by Fire, Environmental Services, and Planning & Development Services. 3. Ensure the unit meets safety requirements, including smoke/CO detectors and posted safety signage.