Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Adams County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $40
$40License Cost
800 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$40
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap800 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes - vacation rentals only permitted in certain zoning districts
Official Sources
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $40).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Gettysburg?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $40.
Where do these Gettysburg short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Gettysburg'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 Gettysburg, Adams County, or Pennsylvania authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.