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Short Term Rentals in Astoria

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Short-Term Rentals in Astoria

Renting a home, room, or lodging unit for fewer than 30 days requires City approval before you advertise or accept guests.

Always reach out to the City before purchasing or modifying a property with the intention of operating it as a Short Term Rental.

Home Stay Lodging

Owner lives on-site during guest stays.

Best for: renting 1–2 spare bedrooms

A Home Stay Lodging is for owners who rent one or two bedrooms in their primary residence while they are also occupying the home.

  • License required before advertising or hosting
  • Owner-occupied primary residence
  • One or two guest bedrooms
  • Guest rooms may not include a full kitchen
  • Fire and life safety inspection required
Apply for Home Stay Lodging

Vacation Rental

Owner does not live on-site during guest stays.

Best for: renting an entire home or unit

A Vacation Rental is a short-term rental where guests occupy the dwelling or lodging unit and the owner is not on-site during the stay.

  • License required before advertising or hosting
  • Subject to operational standards
  • Fire and life safety inspection required
  • Subject to a citywide license cap
Apply for Vacation Rental

Before You Apply

Most short-term rental approvals require the following items. Staff can help you confirm which requirements apply to your property.

Confirm zoning eligibility with Planning Division
Prepare a site and parking plan
Prepare a floor plan
Schedule fire/life/safety inspection
Obtain a City business license
Register for transient lodging taxes

After You Apply

Submitting your application does not guarantee approval, City staff will review your application and coordinate the following.

Schedule an inspection
Confirm compliance with City and Development Code
Inform you of necessary revisions

Home Stay Lodging Resources

Application Packet Home Stay Lodging FAQ Guest Notice Form

Vacation Rental Resources

Application Packet Vacation Rental FAQ Fire and Life Safety Checklist

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but only after the required City approvals and licenses are in place. Listings on rental platforms are still subject to City requirements.

A Home Stay Lodging is owner-occupied and allows one or two guest bedrooms in the owner’s primary residence. A Vacation Rental is a short-term rental where the owner does not live on-site during guest stays.

Yes. Short-term rental operators must obtain and maintain a City Occupational Tax, commonly referred to as a business license.

Yes. Operators must comply with applicable City, County, and State transient lodging tax requirements. Some platforms may collect and remit taxes, but the operator remains responsible for confirming compliance.

No. Home Stay Lodging is not permitted within an Accessory Dwelling Unit.

Parking requirements depend on the type of short-term rental and the property. Applicants should provide a site and parking plan showing available off-street parking. On-street parking generally does not count toward required off-street parking.

Licenses are valid for a limited term and must be renewed to remain active. Vacation Rental and Home Stay Lodging operators should review their approval documents and renewal deadlines carefully.