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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Beach Haven, NJ

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Owners of one- and two-family non-owner-occupied rental properties (seasonal or long-term) must register annually and comply with Chapter 155 occupancy limits (square-foot-per-occupant calculations and posting of maximum-occupant register). Seasonal rentals must complete unit-level fire safety inspections before occupancy (inspections due before May 31 for seasonal rentals); annual proof of liability insurance is required (state-minimum $500,000, lower $300,000 for certain owner-occupied multi-family), and lead-based paint inspection rules per NJ law apply where not exempt.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Complete and submit the Borough Landlord Registration Form to the Municipal Clerk. 2) Submit a Fire Safety Inspection Application for each rental unit and pay the inspection fee ($35 per unit; $70 if after May 31 for seasonal rentals) and complete the inspection prior to occupancy. 3) Provide annual proof of required liability insurance ($500,000 minimum) to the Clerk.

Official Resources

Official Beach Haven STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Beach Haven, NJ?
Owners of one- and two-family non-owner-occupied rental properties (seasonal or long-term) must register annually and comply with Chapter 155 occupancy limits (square-foot-per-occupant calculations and posting of maximum-occupant register). Seasonal rentals must complete unit-level fire safety inspections before occupancy (inspections due before May 31 for seasonal rentals); annual proof of liability insurance is required (state-minimum $500,000, lower $300,000 for certain owner-occupied multi-family), and lead-based paint inspection rules per NJ law apply where not exempt.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Beach Haven?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Beach Haven. 1) Complete and submit the Borough Landlord Registration Form to the Municipal Clerk. 2) Submit a Fire Safety Inspection Application for each rental unit and pay the inspection fee ($35 per unit; $70 if after May 31 for seasonal rentals) and complete the inspection prior to occupancy. 3) Provide annual proof of required liability insurance ($500,000 minimum) to the Clerk.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Beach Haven?
1) Complete and submit the Borough Landlord Registration Form to the Municipal Clerk. 2) Submit a Fire Safety Inspection Application for each rental unit and pay the inspection fee ($35 per unit; $70 if after May 31 for seasonal rentals) and complete the inspection prior to occupancy. 3) Provide annual proof of required liability insurance ($500,000 minimum) to the Clerk.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction