Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Adams County, PA

STRs are categorized as Homestays (owner-occupied) or Vacation Rentals. Requirements include a 24/7 local contact within a 15-minute drive, occupancy limits of two persons per guest room, off-street parking, and mandatory registration with the Adams County Treasurer for hotel tax compliance.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Adams County. 1. Ensure the property meets zoning standards (e.g., residency for homestays, local contact for vacation rentals). 2. Register with the Adams County Treasurer’s Office for the Hotel Room Rental Tax. 3. Apply for municipal-level permits (e.g., Land Use Permit and Certificate of Use & Occupancy in Gettysburg Borough).

1. Ensure the property meets zoning standards (e.g., residency for homestays, local contact for vacation rentals). 2. Register with the Adams County Treasurer’s Office for the Hotel Room Rental Tax. 3. Apply for municipal-level permits (e.g., Land Use Permit and Certificate of Use & Occupancy in Gettysburg Borough).