Perth Metro WA

City of Subiaco Airbnb & short term rental approval

Listing your Subiaco property on Airbnb? Unhosted properties renting more than 90 nights per year need development approval from the City of Subiaco.

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At a glance

Key facts for City of Subiaco

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	City of Subiaco Planning: (08) 9237 9222 — subiaco.wa.gov.au
Suburbs covered	Subiaco, Shenton Park

What to submit

Documents required for your application

✓ Completed Development Application form
✓ Management Plan covering operations, noise, parking and complaints
✓ Certificate of Title
✓ Site plan and floor plans

Things to know

Before you apply

Subiaco is a high-demand suburb with strong short-term rental activity near Perth CBD.
Hosted STRA is exempt from development approval requirements.
Strata by-laws may restrict short-term rental in apartments — check before applying.

FAQ

Common questions

Do I need approval if I only rent occasionally?

Not if you stay under 90 nights per year. Above that threshold, development approval is required.

How long does it take?

Budget 8-12 weeks from lodgement for a straightforward application.

Next step

Ready to get your approval sorted?

We prepare everything — management plan, application form, all supporting documents — and lodge it directly with City of Subiaco. 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 City of Subiaco's published guidelines and is updated as council policies change. Always confirm current requirements directly with the council before lodging. View City of Subiaco's official STRA guidance →