Short-Term Rentals in Delaware County, PA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Delaware County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Taxes & Fees
Delaware County, PA levies a Hotel and Short Term Rental occupancy tax. Effective April 1, 2026 the rate is 5%, due on rentals to all persons. Stays over 30 consecutive days ('permanent residents') are exempt. This is separate from Pennsylvania's 6% state hotel tax.
Delaware County charges a 5% hotel/short-term-rental tax
Some Restrictions72 P.S. § 7210 (PA Tax Reform Code); Delaware County Hotel Room Rental Tax
Effective April 1st, 2026 the Hotel and Short Term Rental occupancy tax will be 5%. The 5% tax is due on rentals to ALL persons -- including employees of federal, state or local governments. Delaware County's 5% Hotel Tax should not be confused Pennsylvania's State Hotel Tax of 6% on room rentals (and meals).
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