Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Intercourse, PA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Intercourse, PA, but with restrictions. Vacation rentals must be single-family detached dwellings legally existing as of the ordinance date. Owners must provide a plan for controlling noise, smoke, odor, and trash, an off-street parking plan, and current water tests (nitrates, coliform, E. coli) if using a private well. 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.

Vacation rentals must be single-family detached dwellings legally existing as of the ordinance date. Owners must provide a plan for controlling noise, smoke, odor, and trash, an off-street parking plan, and current water tests (nitrates, coliform, E. coli) if using a private well.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Intercourse. 1) Complete the Leacock Township Vacation Rental Permit application including a plot plan and details on bedrooms, occupancy, and parking. 2) Submit the printed application and attachments to the township office. 3) Provide required documentation such as private well water tests if applicable.

1) Complete the Leacock Township Vacation Rental Permit application including a plot plan and details on bedrooms, occupancy, and parking. 2) Submit the printed application and attachments to the township office. 3) Provide required documentation such as private well water tests if applicable.

Vrbo is permitted in Intercourse, 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 Intercourse 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 Intercourse. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.