What are the key requirements for Seabrook hosts?

A local contact person must be reachable 24/7 and able to be physically present at the property within 45 minutes of a complaint.

What should Seabrook hosts know about maximum occupancy is strictly capped?

Maximum occupancy is strictly capped at 12 people, regardless of house size.

What should Seabrook hosts know about the 12.1% total tax rate?

The 12.1% total tax rate includes the 6.5% State Sales Tax, 2.6% Local Sales Tax, and 3% Special Lodging Tax.

What are the key requirements for Seabrook hosts?

Off-street parking must be provided on a per-bedroom basis.

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Eligibility6 rules

Seabrook prohibits STRs in the following property types: Tents, RVs, Trailers, Unpermitted ADUs.
Seabrook: Your HOA can prohibit short-term rentals even if the city allows them. Check your CC&Rs before applying.
Seabrook allows STRs in the following property types: Single Family Dwelling, Condominium, Townhouse, Duplex.

Requirements12 rules

Seabrook: You must display your permit/registration number on your Airbnb listing.
Seabrook requires STR registration. The permit is called "Short-Term Rental Permit". Apply through Grays Harbor County Planning & Building Division. Processing time: 4-6 weeks. Renewal is required.

Application process8 rules

Seabrook STR permit - Step 2: Verify HOA Compliance. Before applying to the county, owners in Seabrook must ensure their specific neighborhood/lot allows STRs and obtain any required HOA approvals. Required documents: HOA Covenants (CC&Rs). Time: 1 week.

Fees & costs1 rule

Seabrook charges a registration fee of $500 (one_time). Extended/additional fee: $100 (Annual renewal fee is $100; initial application is $500).

Taxes3 rules

Washington has a state sales tax of 0.065% that applies to STR rentals.
Seabrook: The 12.1% total tax rate includes the 6.5% State Sales Tax, 2.6% Local Sales Tax, and 3% Special Lodging Tax.

Limits & restrictions5 rules

Seabrook: Maximum occupancy is strictly capped at 12 people, regardless of house size.
Seabrook limits stays to a maximum of 29 nights.
Seabrook limits STRs to a maximum of 12 guests. Formula: 2 per bedroom plus 2
Seabrook enforces quiet hours: 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Seabrook occupancy calculation: 2 per bedroom plus 2. Count your bedrooms to determine your max guest limit.

Safety requirements1 rule

Seabrook requires the following safety measures for STRs: smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher, fire inspection, posted maximum occupancy, posted emergency contact, Egress windows in all sleeping rooms, Posted house rules, Backflow prevention for irrigation, Solid waste management plan.

Penalties2 rules

Seabrook enforces the following penalties for STR violations: First offense: Warning or $250 fine. Second offense: $500 fine. Third offense: Permit Revocation. Daily fine: $250 per day. Maximum fine: 5000. Permit may be revoked for violations.
Seabrook: Repeated violations can result in permanent permit revocation. You would lose the ability to operate any STR.

Exemptions2 rules

Seabrook: Rentals of 30+ days are generally NOT considered short-term rentals and may be exempt from STR regulations (but may have other requirements).
Seabrook exempts the following from STR regulations: long-term rentals (30+ days), extended stays, Licensed hotels, Licensed bed and breakfasts.

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