Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Hesston, PA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Hesston, PA, but with restrictions. STRs are permitted only in the Mixed Use zone by Special Exception. The owner/lessee must use the property as their permanent residence for at least 6 months per year. Rentals are capped at 6 events and 60 total days per calendar year, with occupancy limited to 2 persons per bed and requirements for 24-hour emergency contacts and off-street parking. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

STRs are permitted only in the Mixed Use zone by Special Exception. The owner/lessee must use the property as their permanent residence for at least 6 months per year. Rentals are capped at 6 events and 60 total days per calendar year, with occupancy limited to 2 persons per bed and requirements for 24-hour emergency contacts and off-street parking.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Hesston. 1) Apply to Penn Township using township-approved forms for a Special Exception and zoning/building permit; 2) Register the short-term rental with the township and provide proof that the owner/lessee occupies the residence as a permanent address for at least 6 months per year; 3) Ensure the property meets parking requirements and provide 24-hour emergency contact information.

1) Apply to Penn Township using township-approved forms for a Special Exception and zoning/building permit; 2) Register the short-term rental with the township and provide proof that the owner/lessee occupies the residence as a permanent address for at least 6 months per year; 3) Ensure the property meets parking requirements and provide 24-hour emergency contact information.

Vrbo is permitted in Hesston, PA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Hesston are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Hesston. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.