Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Jim Thorpe, PA

Short-term rentals are defined as dwellings rented for 1 to 30 days and require a permit, a borough-provided identification window sign, and a 911 emergency address sign. Owners must provide a 24-hour local contact and submit proof of ownership, tax collection evidence (Carbon County or PA Sales Tax), minimum $300,000 liability insurance, and a plot plan showing on-site parking.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Jim Thorpe. 1) Submit a completed Short-Term Rental Application to the Borough including proof of ownership, marketing entity ID, tax collection proof (County or State), insurance certificate (min $300,000), plot plan, floor plan, and photos. 2) Upon approval by the Zoning Officer, the permit is issued for the fiscal year (April 1–March 31) and must be renewed annually or if rental conditions change.

1) Submit a completed Short-Term Rental Application to the Borough including proof of ownership, marketing entity ID, tax collection proof (County or State), insurance certificate (min $300,000), plot plan, floor plan, and photos. 2) Upon approval by the Zoning Officer, the permit is issued for the fiscal year (April 1–March 31) and must be renewed annually or if rental conditions change.