Rules Summary : A host must apply for both a business license and a short-term rental license. With a valid license, a host may rent out up to two units as short-term rentals. It the host has two units, one must be his or her primary residence. Violations are subject to $500 fine for the first offense and $1,000 for a repeat offense. Short-term rental hosts must pay retail sales tax and applicable lodging taxes on the rental charges. They also owe business and occupation (B&O) tax, but could qualify for the small business B&O tax credit, according to the Washington state department of revenue.
Legal For No- occupied : Yes
Rented Day Limit : N/A
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