Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Tioga County, PA

Municipalities in Tioga County regulate STRs with specific restrictions. Charleston Township limits occupancy (two persons per bedroom plus four, max 14), requires a local person-in-charge within 30 minutes, and limits stays to 30 days. Wellsboro Borough requires the property owner to be a full-time resident, restricts STRs to specific zoning districts (RR, CB, HC), and mandates off-street parking.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Tioga County. 1) Submit a municipal STR permit application including owner/manager contact info, septic inspection proof (if applicable), and copies of the Tioga County Hotel Tax Certificate and PA Sales Tax Permit. 2) Pay the required application fee as established by the municipal Board of Supervisors. 3) Register for the Tioga County Room Rental Excise Tax with the County Treasurer and comply with any required property inspections or self-certifications.

1) Submit a municipal STR permit application including owner/manager contact info, septic inspection proof (if applicable), and copies of the Tioga County Hotel Tax Certificate and PA Sales Tax Permit. 2) Pay the required application fee as established by the municipal Board of Supervisors. 3) Register for the Tioga County Room Rental Excise Tax with the County Treasurer and comply with any required property inspections or self-certifications.