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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Claymont, DE

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

No Claymont municipal short-term rental ordinance was found; New Castle County requires residential rental property registration for properties leased for rent but does not set STR-specific zoning or occupancy caps. At the state level, Delaware defines a short-term rental as a dwelling rented for no more than 31 consecutive nights and imposes a 4.5% short-term rental lodging tax.

Official Resources

Official Claymont STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Claymont, DE?
No Claymont municipal short-term rental ordinance was found; New Castle County requires residential rental property registration for properties leased for rent but does not set STR-specific zoning or occupancy caps. At the state level, Delaware defines a short-term rental as a dwelling rented for no more than 31 consecutive nights and imposes a 4.5% short-term rental lodging tax.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Claymont?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Claymont.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction