Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Yakima County, WA

Short-term rentals are permitted only in zoning districts that allow residential dwellings, but are subject to county approval and limits: the dwelling must be a legally established residence; no more than five short-term rental units are allowed per parcel; maximum occupancy is set by International Building Code standards; one off-street parking space per guest unit and signage must comply with YCC 19.20. Business licenses and applicable taxes are required.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Yakima County. 1) Complete and submit a Short-Term Rental conditional use permit application (Short Term Rentals Application Packet) to Yakima County Planning via the county Forms & Applications page or the Citizens Access Portal. 2) Demonstrate compliance with approval criteria (IBC-based occupancy, required off-street parking per YCC 19.22, signage per YCC 19.20). 3) Submit required Building & Fire Safety (FLS) materials (detailed floor plan, smoke/CO alarm locations, etc.), pay the stated FLS application fee ($178), and undergo annual FLS inspection as required.

1) Complete and submit a Short-Term Rental conditional use permit application (Short Term Rentals Application Packet) to Yakima County Planning via the county Forms & Applications page or the Citizens Access Portal. 2) Demonstrate compliance with approval criteria (IBC-based occupancy, required off-street parking per YCC 19.22, signage per YCC 19.20). 3) Submit required Building & Fire Safety (FLS) materials (detailed floor plan, smoke/CO alarm locations, etc.), pay the stated FLS application fee ($178), and undergo annual FLS inspection as required.