Williamsport, Pennsylvania

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lycoming County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year21 days per 60-day period
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Special exception required in R3 and RU zones only; not permitted in other districts

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Williamsport, Pennsylvania

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Williamsport, Pennsylvania are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

Yes — Williamsport sets a cap of 21 rental nights per year.

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

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