Pottsville, Pennsylvania

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Schuylkill County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $50Min Stay: less than 30Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
$50License Cost
less than 30Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50
Business License RequiredYes
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 / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

ecode360.com/11589255
Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Pottsville, Pennsylvania

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Pottsville, Pennsylvania are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $50.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Pottsville?

Yes — Pottsville sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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