Short-Term Rental Regulations
in New Castle, DE

STRs are restricted to R-1, R-2, R-3, HR, HC, RC, DG, SC, and GC zoning districts. Occupancy is limited to two persons per bedroom, and owners must maintain liability insurance exceeding $1 million and appoint a local contact residing within 10 miles available 24/7.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in New Castle. 1. Register the property as an STR and apply for both a City Business License and a Rental Housing Business License. 2. Schedule and pass a life-safety inspection conducted by the City Building Inspector. 3. Submit proof of liability insurance exceeding $1 million to receive the two-year STR license.

1. Register the property as an STR and apply for both a City Business License and a Rental Housing Business License. 2. Schedule and pass a life-safety inspection conducted by the City Building Inspector. 3. Submit proof of liability insurance exceeding $1 million to receive the two-year STR license.