New Kensington, Pennsylvania

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Westmoreland County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Tax: 6%Min Stay: less than 30
State-level data: No city- or county-specific STR ordinance found. Showing Pennsylvania statewide rules (tax, registration, and any state preemption) that apply here.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
less than 30Min. Night Stay
6%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6%

Official Sources

pa.gov/agencies/revenue/resources/tax-types-and-information/sales-use-and-hotel-occupancy-tax/home-sharing
Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in New Kensington, Pennsylvania

New Kensington has no city- or county-specific short-term-rental ordinance, so Pennsylvania statewide rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 6% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in New Kensington, Pennsylvania?

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in New Kensington?

Short-term rentals in New Kensington are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in New Kensington?

Yes — New Kensington sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these New Kensington short-term rental rules come from?

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