Information about renting Information for property owners about renting their property. Get a Rental License How to get a license to rent out a property. Rent your property Landlords must follow certain requirements to rent property in Philadelphia. Rent your property short-term Property owners must follow certain requirements to rent their property short-term (such as on Airbnb). Get a Vacant Residential Property License How to get a license for your vacant residential lot or property. Get a Vacant Commercial Property License How to get a license for a vacant commercial property. Get a High-Rise License How to get a license to own a high-rise.