Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Cape May County, NJ

STRs are defined as rentals of less than 175 consecutive days and require municipal licensing and inspection; owners must maintain liability insurance (per P.L. 2022, c.92), designate a managing agent residing in Cape May County, and comply with the Uniform Fire Safety Act and local zoning/occupancy limits.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Cape May County. 1) File a rental unit registration/mercantile license application with the municipal Clerk or Licensing office prior to renting; 2) Pay the required fee, provide a certificate of liability insurance, and schedule required safety/fire inspections; 3) Obtain the annual license, affix the issued decal to the unit, and renew annually.

1) File a rental unit registration/mercantile license application with the municipal Clerk or Licensing office prior to renting; 2) Pay the required fee, provide a certificate of liability insurance, and schedule required safety/fire inspections; 3) Obtain the annual license, affix the issued decal to the unit, and renew annually.