Smethport, Pennsylvania

Short-Term Rental Regulations — McKean County

Conditional

STR Status

Owner Occupancy Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for McKean County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/15/2026
60Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year60
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Only in permitted zoning districts as specified in District Regulations

Official Sources

ecode360.com/36818601
Data confidence: 55%Last updated: June 15, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Smethport, Pennsylvania

Smethport, Pennsylvania has no separate city ordinance, so McKean County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Smethport, Pennsylvania?

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

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

Yes — Smethport sets a cap of 60 rental nights per year.

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

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