Skip to Content
Header overlay
Translation

Short-Term Rental Accommodation (STRA)

What is Short-Term Rental Accomodation (STRA)?

Refers to the rental of a property, or part of it, to paying guests for short stays of up to three months in duration in any 12-month period. A STRA is either:

  • Hosted STRA: the host lives on property while guests are staying, either in the main dwelling or in a separate (ancillary) dwelling on the same lot.
  • Un-hosted STRA: guest have full use of a property without the host residing on-site during their stay. 
  • Examples of STRA can be seen below:
    • Granny flats (ancillary Dwellings)
    • Townhouses, units, dwellings
    • Bed and breakfasts
    • Individually managed premises
  • STRA does not include:
    • Caravan parks and residential parks.
    • Hotels (including apartment hotels) and motels
    • Premises used exclusively for workforce and student accommodation
    • Premises used exclusively for crisis accommodation

A detailed list can be found at: What Needs to be Registered? 

STRA - State-wide registration

All short-term rental properties (hosted and un-hosted) in WA must be registered with the STRA Register, so to allow bookings to be taken. As part of the process, demonstration of planning (development), building, occupancy, and/or health approvals may be required.

⚠️ Important: It is recommended to contact the Shire before proceeding with any applications. This initial contact allows the Shire to provide guidance on the approvals required and how to apply to align with the short-term rental accommodation reforms introduced in September 2024. This step is crucial to ensure that you follow the correct process for your business needs.

Where to register?

You can find more information on the register at the dedicated Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) website: Short-Term Rental Accommodation Register

Ready to register? Visit: STRA Register

To know more about costs and registration: STRA Fess and Registration

STRA - Shire of Northam Approvals Roadmap

Businesses typically require approvals to operate within the Shire of Northam. These may include Development Approval, Building Approval, an Occupancy Permit, and/or Health Approval.

The flow chart below summarises the general approvals and registration steps for different types of STRA.

We recommend reaching out to our Planning, Building, and Environmental Health teams for guidance.

You can contact us by calling (08) 9622 6100, visiting the Shire offices at 395 Fitzgerald Street, Northam (open 8:30 am – 4:30 pm), or by emailing your enquiry to [email protected].

Approvals and permits required

Ready to apply? Visit: STRA Application Form

Get in Touch

📞 Phone: (08) 9622 6100

📧 Email:[email protected]

🏢 Visit us: 395 Fitzgerald Street, Northam
⏰ Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

`