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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Bloomsburg, PA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are allowed only in 'authorized districts' and are subject to registration and licensure; owners must maintain occupancy and transaction records and provide them to the Town upon request; applicants must disclose advertising method and a maximum overnight guest number subject to Zoning Officer review (options include not exceeding pre-existing density, district density, or no more than two overnight guests per bedroom unless otherwise approved).

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Apply for registration/licensure for the short-term rental in authorized districts and identify advertising method and maximum overnight guests to the Zoning Officer. 2) Obtain an annual license (Chapter 11): license term runs Sept 15–Sept 14 and requires payment of an annual license and inspection fee as set by Town Council resolution. 3) Maintain required occupancy/transaction records and provide them to the Town on request.

Official Resources

Official Bloomsburg STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bloomsburg, PA?
Short-term rentals are allowed only in 'authorized districts' and are subject to registration and licensure; owners must maintain occupancy and transaction records and provide them to the Town upon request; applicants must disclose advertising method and a maximum overnight guest number subject to Zoning Officer review (options include not exceeding pre-existing density, district density, or no more than two overnight guests per bedroom unless otherwise approved).
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Bloomsburg?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Bloomsburg. 1) Apply for registration/licensure for the short-term rental in authorized districts and identify advertising method and maximum overnight guests to the Zoning Officer. 2) Obtain an annual license (Chapter 11): license term runs Sept 15–Sept 14 and requires payment of an annual license and inspection fee as set by Town Council resolution. 3) Maintain required occupancy/transaction records and provide them to the Town on request.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Bloomsburg?
1) Apply for registration/licensure for the short-term rental in authorized districts and identify advertising method and maximum overnight guests to the Zoning Officer. 2) Obtain an annual license (Chapter 11): license term runs Sept 15–Sept 14 and requires payment of an annual license and inspection fee as set by Town Council resolution. 3) Maintain required occupancy/transaction records and provide them to the Town on request.
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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