Erie, Pennsylvania

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Erie County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
70 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$80 (if paid on or before May 15)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap70 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes, must comply with Article 3, Section 305.57 of the City of Erie Zoning Ordinance

Official Sources

ecode360.com/33834759
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Erie, Pennsylvania

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Erie, Pennsylvania are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $80 (if paid on or before May ).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Erie, Pennsylvania?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $80 (if paid on or before May .

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

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