New Castle, Delaware
Short-Term Rental Regulations — New Castle County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Business License Required
120 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
Renewalannually
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap120 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 65%Last updated: June 17, 2026
Short-term rental rules in New Castle, Delaware
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in New Castle, Delaware are allowed with a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in New Castle, Delaware?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in New Castle, Delaware.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in New Castle?
A business license is also required.
Where do these New Castle short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against New Castle'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 New Castle, New Castle County, or Delaware authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.