Perth Metro WA

Town of East Fremantle Airbnb & short term rental approval

Listing your East Fremantle property on Airbnb? Unhosted properties renting more than 90 nights per year need development approval from the Town.

Let Urban Approval Group handle your Town of East Fremantle Airbnb approval

Management plan, application lodgement, and council follow-up — $300 flat fee + council charges

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At a glance

Key facts for Town of East Fremantle

Approval type	Change of Use — Unhosted Short-Term Rental Accommodation
Night threshold	90 nights per year — development approval required if you exceed this
State registration	Required for all STRA ($250 initial, $100 annual renewal)
Contact	Town of East Fremantle: (08) 9339 9339 — eastfremantle.wa.gov.au

What to submit

Documents required for your application

✓ Completed Development Application form
✓ Management Plan
✓ Certificate of Title
✓ Site plan and floor plans

Things to know

Before you apply

East Fremantle is a small, heritage-rich council area with strong demand for short-term rental.
Hosted STRA is exempt from development approval requirements.

FAQ

Common questions

Do I need approval under 90 nights?

No. State registration is still required, but development approval is only needed above the 90-night threshold.

How long does it take?

Budget 8-12 weeks from lodgement.

Next step

Ready to get your approval sorted?

We prepare everything — management plan, application form, all supporting documents — and lodge it directly with Town of East Fremantle. You hear back when it's done.

$300 flat fee + council application fee (charged directly to you by the council). No hidden costs.

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Information on this page is based on Town of East Fremantle's published guidelines and is updated as council policies change. Always confirm current requirements directly with the council before lodging. View Town of East Fremantle's official STRA guidance →