Hellertown, Pennsylvania

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Northampton County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$75 per residential rental unit per year
Renewalannual
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 / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

ecode360.com/14677971
Data confidence: 60%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Hellertown, Pennsylvania

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Hellertown, Pennsylvania are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $75 per residential rental uni).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Hellertown, Pennsylvania?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $75 per residential rental uni.

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

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