Bend Short-Term Rental Regulations
| Permit | ✓ Required — Type I ($1367.51) — See below for other permit types |
| Primary Residence | Varies by permit type |
| Annual Day Limit | No limit — 29 days or fewer per stay |
| Tax Rate | 11.9% |
| Max Penalty | $750/day |
| Insurance | Not required |
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Permit & Licensing
- Type I — You live in the property and rent part or all of it ($1367.51)
- Type II — You don't live at the property ($3803.74)
Type I
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial cost | $1367.51 |
| Renewal | $363 / Annual |
The property must be your primary residence. This means investment properties are not eligible for this permit type.
Type II
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial cost | $3803.74 |
| Renewal | $455 / Annual |
This permit type does not require primary residence.
Application Process
Land use permit application through Permit Center Portal (30 days processing), then operating license application within 60 days of permit approval (3-4 weeks processing)
Note: Document requirements vary by permit type. See individual permit sections above for eligibility details.
Tax Obligations
| Tax | Rate | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Tax breakdown not available. See combined rate below. | ||
Combined rate: 11.9% of gross rental income.
Collection: Transient lodging providers and intermediaries collect and remit; 5% administrative withholding allowed
Filing: Quarterly: Q1 due April 30, Q2 due July 31, Q3 due October 31, Q4 due January 31
Rental Limits
Bend does not impose an annual cap on the number of nights you can rent. Each individual stay must be 29 days or fewer per stay.
Zoning & Restrictions
500 feet separation required between whole-house rentals in Residential and Mixed-Use Riverfront zones (excluding Old Mill District). No restriction for Type I rentals or commercial/mixed-use zone properties.
Insurance & Safety
Safety & Operating Requirements
- 24/7 emergency contact information required via letter or posted sign before license application
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Maximum penalty: $750/day.
Compliance Checklist
Follow these steps to legally operate a short-term rental in Bend:
- Determine your permit type. Bend has 2 permit types. Identify which applies to your property (Type I, Type II).
- Meet safety requirements. 24/7 emergency contact information required via letter or posted sign before license application.
- Apply for your STR permit. Submit application + $1367.51 fee. See permit types above to determine which applies.
- Register for tax accounts. Set up lodging tax accounts with Oregon Department of Revenue.
- Collect and remit taxes. 11.9% on all bookings.
- Renew annually. Renewal fees vary by permit type ($363 / $455). See permit types above.