Hi everyone,
For Corbett, Oregon, I see many Airbnbs, but I’m struggling to find clear guidance on obtaining a short-term rental permit. This cabin is very remote, and the landlord does not wish to live on-site. As property managers, we’re exploring how to convert this property into a bed and breakfast for commercial use (more than 8 guests per night). What steps should we take to navigate zoning regulations, licensing, and compliance requirements to make this transition legally viable?
After contacting Multnomah County Land Use, they informed us that there is no direct pathway to obtain a short-term rental permit under the current county code. The only alternative available is the Home Occupation process, which has strict requirements:
- The property must be owner-occupied with the owner present at all times
- The two available permit options:
- Type A Home Occupation (Type I Permit):
- Up to 500 sq. ft. of the dwelling can be rented
- Maximum of 2 guests at a time
- Type B Home Occupation (Type II Permit):
- Up to 1000 sq. ft. of the dwelling can be rented
- Maximum of 2 guests at a time
- Multi-family conversions are not allowed under zoning regulations
Given these restrictions, we are looking for alternative solutions to legally operate a short-term rental or a bed and breakfast in this area.
Has anyone successfully navigated this process or found a viable pathway to operate an STR or B&B within Multnomah County’s regulations? Any insights, experiences, or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
Looking forward to your thoughts—thank you in advance!
Best,
Sanjid
