Short-Term Rental Regulations
in North Wildwood, NJ

Airbnb listings are allowed in North Wildwood, NJ, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals (defined as hotel rooms, tourism lodging, and seasonal rentals) are regulated and require a city rental permit; rentals of 175 consecutive days or longer are not covered by the article. Permits require maintenance of a guest register, compliance with occupancy limited to number of sleeping accommodations, possible inspections by the Construction Official and Board of Health, designation of a local agent for nonresident owners, and penalties for violations. A permit is required before you can host. 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 (defined as hotel rooms, tourism lodging, and seasonal rentals) are regulated and require a city rental permit; rentals of 175 consecutive days or longer are not covered by the article. Permits require maintenance of a guest register, compliance with occupancy limited to number of sleeping accommodations, possible inspections by the Construction Official and Board of Health, designation of a local agent for nonresident owners, and penalties for violations.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in North Wildwood. 1) Download and complete the Room License/Room Rental application from the City Clerk’s Forms page and submit it to the North Wildwood City Clerk with the stated fees; 2) Provide required information (owner/agent contact, number of sleeping rooms, guest register) and, if applicable, designate a local agent and submit to Police Department; 3) Obtain required inspections/certifications (Construction Official, Board of Health, fire prevention fees, zoning compliance, business registration) for reinstatement or as required; permits expire December 31 and are renewed annually. Fees (as stated on Clerk forms): $12 per sleeping room plus GWTIDA fees ($300 per rented condo; $175 per apartment/house; $675 per rooming house).

1) Download and complete the Room License/Room Rental application from the City Clerk’s Forms page and submit it to the North Wildwood City Clerk with the stated fees; 2) Provide required information (owner/agent contact, number of sleeping rooms, guest register) and, if applicable, designate a local agent and submit to Police Department; 3) Obtain required inspections/certifications (Construction Official, Board of Health, fire prevention fees, zoning compliance, business registration) for reinstatement or as required; permits expire December 31 and are renewed annually. Fees (as stated on Clerk forms): $12 per sleeping room plus GWTIDA fees ($300 per rented condo; $175 per apartment/house; $675 per rooming house).

Vrbo is permitted in North Wildwood, NJ under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in North Wildwood 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 North Wildwood. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.