Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Erie, PA

STRs are permitted in specific residential, commercial, and waterfront districts (R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-3, RLB, C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, W-C, W-C2, W-C3, W-R). Requirements include a 24-hour local contact, a minimum of one off-street parking space per rentable unit, and a posted notice within the unit detailing maximum occupancy and vehicle limits.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Erie. 1. Attend a pre-application meeting with the Zoning Office and submit an STR application to obtain a Zoning Certificate. 2. Submit the Zoning Certificate to the Licensing Office and schedule a property inspection with the City Building Inspector. 3. Upon successful inspection and issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Licensing Office issues the STR License.

1. Attend a pre-application meeting with the Zoning Office and submit an STR application to obtain a Zoning Certificate. 2. Submit the Zoning Certificate to the Licensing Office and schedule a property inspection with the City Building Inspector. 3. Upon successful inspection and issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Licensing Office issues the STR License.