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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Clarion County, PA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are defined as furnished living space rented 1–31 days and are allowed in Clarion Borough as a conditional use in R-1 (single-family) and as a permitted use in R-2, R-3, MU, C-1 and C-2. Objective conditions include: maximum stay limited to 31 continuous days, occupancy limited to the dwelling’s size per the International Property Maintenance Code, required sufficient off-street parking, compliance with Borough Rental Unit rules, and overnight occupancy limited to one family per dwelling unit.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Apply to the Borough Manager/Chief Administrative Officer (application form provided by Borough/Manager or designated agent) and pay the license fee set by Council; 2) schedule and pass required inspections (Borough Secretary/Manager or designated agent inspects and will not issue/renew unless unit meets requirements); 3) receive one-year rental unit license (Jan 1–Dec 31) and renew annually.

Official Resources

Official Clarion County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Clarion County, PA?
Short-term rentals are defined as furnished living space rented 1–31 days and are allowed in Clarion Borough as a conditional use in R-1 (single-family) and as a permitted use in R-2, R-3, MU, C-1 and C-2. Objective conditions include: maximum stay limited to 31 continuous days, occupancy limited to the dwelling’s size per the International Property Maintenance Code, required sufficient off-street parking, compliance with Borough Rental Unit rules, and overnight occupancy limited to one family per dwelling unit.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Clarion County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Clarion County. 1) Apply to the Borough Manager/Chief Administrative Officer (application form provided by Borough/Manager or designated agent) and pay the license fee set by Council; 2) schedule and pass required inspections (Borough Secretary/Manager or designated agent inspects and will not issue/renew unless unit meets requirements); 3) receive one-year rental unit license (Jan 1–Dec 31) and renew annually.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Clarion County?
1) Apply to the Borough Manager/Chief Administrative Officer (application form provided by Borough/Manager or designated agent) and pay the license fee set by Council; 2) schedule and pass required inspections (Borough Secretary/Manager or designated agent inspects and will not issue/renew unless unit meets requirements); 3) receive one-year rental unit license (Jan 1–Dec 31) and renew annually.

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