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Bucks County, PA Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)

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Key Facts

Typical Cap: 2 per bedroom + 2
Septic: 100 gpd/bedroom
Registry: Host must maintain
Revocation: 3 violations in 12 months

City-specific rules exist: Bristol, Quakertown, and Doylestown have their own occupancy limits rules that differ from Bucks County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Summary

Bucks County STR occupancy is governed by municipal ordinances. New Hope Borough and Solebury Township cap occupancy at 2 per bedroom plus 2 additional guests. Most townships tie occupancy to bedroom count and septic capacity.

Full Breakdown

Bucks County has no county-wide STR ordinance. Municipalities that regulate short-term rentals, including New Hope Borough, Solebury Township, Tinicum Township, and Upper Black Eddy, typically cap maximum overnight occupancy at 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 additional guests, or a hard cap of 10 to 12 people depending on bedroom count. Properties on private septic systems face stricter limits tied to PA DEP septic permit design flows (typically 100 gallons per bedroom per day). Listings must accurately state the permitted maximum. Hosts are responsible for ensuring compliance and must keep a current guest registry. Sleeping in living rooms, garages, basements without egress, or outdoor structures is prohibited. Tent and RV overflow is not counted as permitted occupancy.

Violations & Fines

First overcrowding complaint: written warning with 10-day notice. Repeat violations: fines $300 to $1,000 per occurrence. Three violations in 12 months: STR permit revocation in New Hope and Solebury.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who enforces occupancy limits rules in Bucks County?

Bucks County's code enforcement division is responsible for short term-rentals ordinances. You can report violations or request information through the Bucks County government website or by calling the main municipal line.

What are typical penalties for violating occupancy limits rules?

Most Bucks County short term-rentals violations start with a written warning followed by escalating civil fines for repeat offenses. Specific dollar amounts and any criminal-misdemeanor exposure depend on the section of code; consult Bucks County's municipal code or staff for the current penalty schedule.

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Bucks County, PA Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)

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