Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Long Branch, NJ

Airbnb listings are allowed in Long Branch, NJ, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are regulated as 'seasonal rentals' (terms less than one year including any part of May 15–September 15). If two substantiated complaints occur within 12 months, landlords may be required to post a bond between $500 and $5,000; negligence resulting in municipal action can lead to civil penalties up to $300 per unit. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals are regulated as 'seasonal rentals' (terms less than one year including any part of May 15–September 15). If two substantiated complaints occur within 12 months, landlords may be required to post a bond between $500 and $5,000; negligence resulting in municipal action can lead to civil penalties up to $300 per unit.

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Long Branch.

Vrbo is permitted in Long Branch, NJ under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Long Branch are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Long Branch. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.