Bethany Beach, Delaware

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Sussex County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $100.00Tax: 7%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/14/2026
$100.00License Cost
7%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT7%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 14, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bethany Beach, Delaware

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bethany Beach, Delaware are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100.00). A lodging/occupancy tax of 7% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bethany Beach, Delaware?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Bethany Beach, Delaware.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Bethany Beach?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.00.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Bethany Beach?

Short-term rentals in Bethany Beach are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 7%.

Where do these Bethany Beach short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Bethany Beach's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Bethany Beach, Sussex County, or Delaware authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.