Lewes, Delaware

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Sussex County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Tax: 3%
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Sussex County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
3%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
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 / TOT3%

Official Sources

sussexcountyde.gov/sites/default/files/ordinances/Short-Term%20Rental%20Ordinance.pdf
Data confidence: 70%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lewes, Delaware

Lewes, Delaware has no separate city ordinance, so Sussex County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 3% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lewes, Delaware?

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Lewes?

Short-term rentals in Lewes are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 3%.

Where do these Lewes short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Lewes'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 Lewes, Sussex County, or Delaware authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.