Short-Term Rentals (STRs) in Unincorporated Clackamas County

Program Update

On June 30, 2026, the Clackamas County Board of County Commissioners voted to make the Short-Term Rental (STR) Program permanent.

The Board previously extended the STR pilot program through June 30, 2026, to gather community feedback before making a final decision. Public meetings and town halls were held throughout the review process.

Registration through GovOS

All short-term rentals in unincorporated Clackamas County must be registered with the county before being advertised or rented. Short Term Rental registration form

As of June 27, 2024, STR registrations, monthly reporting, fee payments, and violation reporting are managed through the GovOS system.

Payment Information

Monthly STR fees are due by the 15th of the following month.

Registered STR operators must report monthly rental activity, including months with zero rental income.

You may:

Pay online through the STR Payment Portal
Report zero receipts for a month
Mail a check or money order using the county payment form

Mail payments to:

Clackamas County
c/o Short-Term Rental Program
2051 Kaen Road, Suite 490
Oregon City, OR 97045

Questions? Email str@clackamas.us

GovOS Account Setup

Existing STR operators will receive a letter from GovOS with:

An account number
An activation code
Instructions for creating an online account

The GovOS system allows property owners and managers to:

Submit payments online
View payment history and account status
Access compliance information
Manage multiple users for a property

Registration Requirements

Registration is required for all STR owners and operators.

To register:

Complete the STR registration form.
Email the completed form to str@clackamas.us or mail it to the address below.

Clackamas County Finance Department
c/o STR Registration
2051 Kaen Road, Suite 490
Oregon City, OR 97045

Registration forms may also be delivered in person by appointment.

County staff will provide confirmation within 30 days of receiving a complete application.

Taxes and Fees

STR operators are required to:

Pay the county's 6% Transient Lodging Tax (TLT)
Pay a 1.5% STR user fee based on total rental revenue

TLT payments continue to be submitted through the county's Transient Lodging Tax program.

Program Requirements

STR regulations apply only to properties located in unincorporated Clackamas County. Properties within city limits are subject to their city's regulations.

To operate an STR, owners and managers must certify that the property meets applicable safety standards and complies with program requirements.

Key requirements include:

Registration with Clackamas County before advertising or renting the property
Compliance with all applicable building and fire codes
Display of the county-issued STR registration number on advertisements and rental platforms
Posting contact information for a local responsible party while guests are present
Compliance with occupancy limits identified in the registration (maximum 15 occupants)
Posting information about the county's noise regulations inside the rental
Providing adequate off-street parking
Maintaining clear access for emergency vehicles at all times

The regulations do not apply to:

Hotels and motels
Bed and breakfast facilities
Hostels
Campgrounds
Commercially zoned lodging and resort accommodations
Recreational vehicle camping facilities
Organizational camps

For complete requirements, review the county's STR regulations.

Reporting Violations

The county encourages neighbors and STR operators to work together to resolve concerns whenever possible.

If an issue cannot be resolved by contacting the posted STR representative, residents may report potential violations.

Violation Hotline: 971-377-2005
Email: str@clackamas.us

Enforcement

The county may:

Issue written warnings for suspected violations
Inspect records or properties when necessary to verify compliance
Suspend or revoke registrations for serious violations
Impose penalties for operating without a valid registration

The county may immediately revoke a registration if a property presents a fire or life-safety risk.

Contact

For questions about STR registration, payments, or compliance, contact:

Clackamas County Finance Department
Email: str@clackamas.us