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Type A ASTR Permit Application Submission - STr permits processing fee: $360.00
**The Type A permit is for 1 to 2 bedrooms max. All short term rentals in the City of Portland MUST have a long-term resident at the address. Not sure if you qualify for a Type-A ASTR? Here’s a FAQ page with answers: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bds/66835
City of Portland fee to apply for the Type-A ASTR permit for 1 & 2 Dwelling Structure: Initial application fee - $154.00 https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bds/article/597473
City of Portland fee to apply for the Type-A ASTR permit RENEWAL for 1 & 2 Dwelling Structure: $154.00 https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bds/article/597472
City of Portland fee to apply for the Type-A ASTR permit in a Multi-Dwelling Structure (3 units or more): $115. With Renewal Applications (every two years) - $68.00 https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bds/article/518480
What I provide:
Guidance the entire way to make sure you don't raise any red flags that might cost you your approval.
A simple information intake questionnaire of your unique property and listing allows me to gather everything I need to complete your application for you.
Quick completion of your application and fast turn-around times for submittal.
I write the narratives on your application to meet all Title 33, Planning and Zoning requirements.
I identify the neighbors, Neighborhood Association, and the District Coalition to be included in the Neighborhood Notice, and then I complete and mail all letters on your behalf.
Collection and preparation of all elements required. I’ll make sure no item is missed!
I manage tasks and timelines for all elements of the process and maintain contact with you via email and phone to ensure the application is submitted in a timely manner and that you never feel lost or confused in the process.
Consultation on how to stay in compliance and what to do once you receive your permit.
Type-B ASTR Permit Application Submission - STR Permits processing fee: $4800.00
The Land Use Review application process typically takes six months to complete. In this time, there are key elements that will need to be gathered in order to submit a complete application to the City of Portland Bureau of Development Services.
Some of the basic things you need to consider before applying for the Type-B ASTR permit:
There must be one legal bedroom assigned to the long-term resident in the home, and this person must be able to produce proof of residency by submitting a copy of their Oregon Driver's Licence or OR ID Card reflecting the STR property address.
The max number of bedrooms to be rented as short term rentals is FIVE (5). This means that if you have a five bedroom home, you can only rent four rooms short term as one room must be dedicated to the long-term resident. ADU's count towards the total number of livable bedrooms on the property, but are conditional.
There are a few other documents that need to be submitted along with your Land Use Review Application. Knowing what these extra items are is part of the information I include in my service, but you'll want to budget in an extra $5000.00 for these required elements. I use a list of preferred providers to keep the process quick, streamlined and within budget. The amount paid to the City of Portland is currently $7,749.00 and goes up every year. Should you decide to hire my services, you are looking at a base total of around $17,500.00 +/- to apply for the Type-B ASTR permit (Type-II Land Use Review).
Here is the City of Portland’s info page on the Type-B ASTR application process. Please note that there are about half of the necessary items that are not listed on this sheet; those are the things that can draw out the process and greatly add to frustration. Type-B ASTR / Type-II LU
The Type B permit is for 3 to 5 bedrooms max. All short-term rentals in the City of Portland must have a long-term resident at the address.
Consultation on how to achieve compliance with your property.
Information intake of your unique property and listing.
Draft the narrative to meet all necessary Title 33, Planning and Zoning requirements.
Connect you with prefered providers who specialize in this type of Land Use Application completion.
Communicate with external parties to complete requirements.
Collect all items needed for completion. No item will be overlooked! We only submit complete applications.
Submit your application to the Bureau of Development Services and ensure proper intake of all items.
Consistent communication with you, the city planner appointed to your case, and any other parties involved in the process.
Maintain clear email communication on what is needed and where your project stands.
Manage tasks and timelines for all elements of the process. Communicate timelines and updates.
Guidance the entire way to make sure you don't raise any red flags that might cost you your approval.
If you have questions about the Type B permit process, please use the button below to schedule a call to discuss your unique project.
Consulting - STR permits fee: $260.00/hour
Are you considering purchasing a home to operate as a short term rental and wondering how to get the best bang for your buck?
Are you wondering if a property will be eligible to use for short term rental?
Would you like to find out more about what is possible within the City of Portland’s rules and parameters?
Just an hour of my time can save you thousands of dollars and years of headaches!
Wondering if a potential property will make a great short term rental? A little consulting can save you thousands of dollars and years of frustration.
If you are looking to purchase a home with the hopes of renting out your extra rooms, you’ll want to make sure you obtain the right property for that use. I’ll share the ins-and-outs of what is legal and advise on how to navigate your options within the city code.
With my thorough understanding of the City of Portland’s Title 33 Planning and Zoning Codes for short term rentals, I can help you avoid costly pitfalls and work to creatively discover the property's full short term rental potential.
*City of Portland, Oregon properties only.
Consultations can happen over the phone, or we can meet in person anywhere within the Portland metropolitan area.
Click the button below to schedule an appointment to find out more about how to get started.