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Short-term rental renewal window opens Sept. 1

The annual renewal window for existing short-term rentals in Chelan County begins Sept. 1.

The renewal period, which runs through Oct. 31, applies to all tiers of short-term rentals currently registered with Chelan County.

Renewal fees have increased this year, and late fees will be applied if renewal applications are submitted after the Oct. 31 deadline.

The new renewal and late fees are:

Application Type Fee
Short-term rental Tier 1: annual or renewal permit $728
Short-term rental Tier 2: annual or renewal permit $728
Short-term rental Tier 3: annual or renewal permit $1,092
Late renewal submitted between Nov. 1 and Nov. 30 Late fee of two times the permit fee in addition to renewal fee
Late renewal submitted between Dec. 1 and Dec. 31 Late fee of three times the permit fee in addition to renewal fee

 

People who wish to get a head start on their renewal application can download a form from the Community Development website. However, the online portal will not be open until Sept. 1.

Last Updated: 09/01/2026 03:49 PM

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  • 18
    Nov 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 12
    Nov 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 07
    Nov 2026
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - Nov. 7, 2026

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-Off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Nov. 7

    Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 06
    Nov 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 03
    Nov 2026
    09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Election Day

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Election Day

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