City Launches Rental Registration With Waived Fees Through March (Photo) - 01/09/26
Vancouver, Wash. – On Jan. 1, the City launched a new Rental Registration System designed to improve transparency, support healthy housing conditions, and strengthen communication between the City, renters and rental housing providers.
The system creates a comprehensive inventory of rental properties across Vancouver. It will better track rental housing stock, help the City respond more efficiently to safety concerns, and share timely information with rental housing providers about inspections, code updates and tenant protections. Over 800 units have been registered to date.
“This is an important first step toward ensuring safe, well-maintained rental housing throughout Vancouver,” said Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle. “Having accurate information allows the City to be more proactive, equitable and effective in how we support both renters and property owners.”
Under the new system, owners of residential rental properties are required to register their units with the City every year and can do so at https://www.cityofvancouver.us/rentalregistration. Property owners will be asked to provide basic information about their rental units, including ownership and contact details.
The program will roll out in phases to better support rental housing providers in meeting the new requirements. Early 2026 will focus on education, outreach and technical assistance to help property owners understand the registration requirements and successfully use the system. Fees are waived through March. Beginning April 1, the registration fee is $30 per rental unit. Property owners are encouraged to register early and reach out with questions.
Over the coming months, the City will host community information sessions and continue working with tenants, housing providers, and community partners to refine and improve the program.
Learn more at cityofvancouver.us/rentalregistration or by calling 360-487-7928 or emailing rentalregistration@cityofvancouver.us.
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