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Spokane short-term rental rules (2026)

Washington · United States
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These rules apply inside Spokane city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Rules last checked  ·  Region: US

Market overview

ACTIVEStays under 30 days

Allowed. The only duty is a notice or registration that nobody has to approve.

The 2023 amendments were a major expansion.

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

License
Required
Primary residence
Not required
Night cap
None

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The full Spokane rules

15 rules on record for Spokane, 2 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: my.spokanecity.org (official), checked 3 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Spokane?

Yes. The 2023 amendments were a major expansion.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Spokane?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Spokane?

No night cap is on record.

When were the Spokane rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Spokane on 3 Nov 2026.

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