Townsend, Delaware

Short-Term Rental Regulations — New Castle County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Fee: $25Tax: 4.5%Min Stay: 31Business License Required
State-level data: No city- or county-specific STR ordinance found. Showing Delaware statewide rules (tax, registration, and any state preemption) that apply here.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
$25License Cost
31Min. Night Stay
4.5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
License Cost$25
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay31
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT4.5%

Official Sources

revenue.delaware.gov/short-term-rental-faqs/
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Townsend, Delaware

Townsend has no city- or county-specific short-term-rental ordinance, so Delaware statewide rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 4.5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Townsend, Delaware?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Townsend?

A business license is also required, the fee is $25.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Townsend?

Short-term rentals in Townsend are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 4.5%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Townsend?

Yes — Townsend sets a minimum stay of 31 nights.

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

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