North Wales, Pennsylvania

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Montgomery County

Conditional

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year14 consecutive days per stay (not per year)
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • single-family detached dwelling only

Official Sources

ecode360.com/43371763
Data confidence: 80%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in North Wales, Pennsylvania

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in North Wales, Pennsylvania are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in North Wales, Pennsylvania?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in North Wales, Pennsylvania. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in North Wales?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in North Wales?

Yes — North Wales sets a cap of 14 rental nights per year.

Where do these North Wales short-term rental rules come from?

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