Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Pike County, PA

STRs are regulated by municipal ordinances; for example, Milford Borough permits them only in Commercial and Limited Commercial zones. Occupancy is generally limited to two persons per bedroom plus two (max eight), with strict requirements for parking, septic capacity, local contact availability, and safety equipment.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Pike County. 1) Submit a short-term rental license application to the local Zoning or Enforcement Officer including owner/contact info, floor/site plans, sewage info, and tax certificates (Milford requires $500,000 liability insurance). 2) Pay the application fee and undergo required initial and renewal inspections. 3) Permits must be renewed annually and are non-transferrable.

1) Submit a short-term rental license application to the local Zoning or Enforcement Officer including owner/contact info, floor/site plans, sewage info, and tax certificates (Milford requires $500,000 liability insurance). 2) Pay the application fee and undergo required initial and renewal inspections. 3) Permits must be renewed annually and are non-transferrable.