West Chester (Borough), PA local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Pennsylvania landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Rental licensing / registration | Yes. |
| Short-term rentals (Airbnb) | Yes. |
Details & sources
Rental licensing / registration
Yes. No one may rent a residential rental unit or rooming unit without a valid rental license from the Code Official. Licenses are part of an inspection program, and a license can be refused, suspended or revoked when an owner builds up 10 points for code violations and disorderly conduct in one license year.
Verified Source: West Chester Borough Code ch. 66 (Housing and Property Maintenance) · last checked 2026-10-16
Back to quick facts ↑Short-term rentals (Airbnb)
Yes. Each dwelling unit rented as a short-term rental needs its own short-term rental permit, and no guest may occupy it without one. Permits last one year or until the property is sold, and must be renewed every year.
Verified Source: West Chester Borough Code ch. 66 (Short Term Rental Permit Requirements) · last checked 2026-10-16
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