Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lebanon County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/15/2026
100 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual for short-term rentals
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 consecutive days
Density / Distance Cap18
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • STRs located only on property along Lancaster Avenue and north to Pennsylvania Route 117; no more than one STR per structure; STR may not be in a structure containing other dwelling units

Official Sources

Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 15, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Mount Gretna?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Mount Gretna?

Yes — Mount Gretna sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these Mount Gretna short-term rental rules come from?

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