Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Matamoras, PA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Matamoras, PA, but with restrictions. Borough requires licensing and inspection for all residential rental units (single-family, two-family, multi-family). Owners living more than 20 miles away must designate a local agent; licenses are issued only after a completed application and passing inspection. Pennsylvania hotel-occupancy tax (6%) applies for rentals under 30 days. 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.

Borough requires licensing and inspection for all residential rental units (single-family, two-family, multi-family). Owners living more than 20 miles away must designate a local agent; licenses are issued only after a completed application and passing inspection. Pennsylvania hotel-occupancy tax (6%) applies for rentals under 30 days.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Matamoras. 1) Submit the annual rental license application to the Borough Secretary including floor plans, tenant info, and local agent contact; 2) Pay the annual license fee ($40/building) and inspection fee ($40 for 1 unit); 3) Schedule and pass a safety inspection to receive the license. Renew annually by January 1st.

1) Submit the annual rental license application to the Borough Secretary including floor plans, tenant info, and local agent contact; 2) Pay the annual license fee ($40/building) and inspection fee ($40 for 1 unit); 3) Schedule and pass a safety inspection to receive the license. Renew annually by January 1st.

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