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Nuangola Borough Takes a Proactive Swing at STR Rules
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Nuangola Borough Takes a Proactive Swing at STR Rules
Nuangola Borough is getting ahead of the curve when it comes to short-term rentals (STRs), and local leaders want to make sure the ground rules are clear before any issues bubble up.
At the upcoming July 8 council meeting, the borough will consider a brand-new ordinance specifically designed to regulate STRs and it’s all about prevention.
Borough council member Jeffrey Beck made it clear: this isn’t a reaction to problems. In fact, Nuangola hasn’t seen STR issues yet. But that’s exactly why they’re acting now.
“The Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs encourages its members to stay on top of these types of issues,” Beck explained. “The ordinances are aimed at establishing a set of ‘guiderails.’”
The proposed ordinance defines a short-term rental as any dwelling rented for 30 days or less—a clear nod to the Airbnbs and Vrbos of the world. The zoning guidelines are very specific. STRs would be prohibited in R-1 (single-family residential) zones, which make up much of the borough’s quieter neighborhoods.
Instead, STRs would only be allowed under certain conditions:
✅ Permitted with a special exception in R-2 (multi-family) zones
✅ Fully allowed in C-1 (commercial) and I-1 (industrial) zones
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In addition to zoning restrictions, the ordinance tackles occupancy limits, parking requirements, and other basic operational standards. Anyone hoping to open a short-term rental would also need to obtain a permit through the borough’s zoning officer. While the ordinance doesn’t lock in the fee amount yet, Beck said council will set the cost via resolution.
This measured approach isn’t about banning STRs altogether—it’s about giving the borough a way to manage them responsibly, before the floodgates open.
Nuangola’s leaders are keeping the door open for local input too. The July 8 meeting kicks off at 7 p.m. at the borough building, and residents are encouraged to weigh in.
For now, the borough is saying: let’s set the rules before there’s a need to fix them.
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