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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Ocean Beach, NY

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Rentals defined as 'transient' (occupancy of less than 7 consecutive days) are prohibited. Rentals of seven days or more require a Village rental permit and must be leased only to a 'family' as defined in the code. Applications must include tenant contact information, a certificate of occupancy/compliance, a plot plan, a floor plan, and a sworn affidavit regarding safety devices (smoke detectors and fire extinguishers).

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit the Village rental permit application electronically via the Village website (under 'Application Forms') at least 7 days prior to occupancy. 2) Attach required documentation, including a certificate of occupancy or compliance, a plot plan/floor plan, and a sworn affidavit attesting to code compliance and the presence of working fire extinguishers and smoke detectors. 3) Pay the permit fee (currently $125); permits are valid for the calendar year and must be renewed annually.

Official Resources

Official Ocean Beach STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Ocean Beach, NY?
Rentals defined as 'transient' (occupancy of less than 7 consecutive days) are prohibited. Rentals of seven days or more require a Village rental permit and must be leased only to a 'family' as defined in the code. Applications must include tenant contact information, a certificate of occupancy/compliance, a plot plan, a floor plan, and a sworn affidavit regarding safety devices (smoke detectors and fire extinguishers).
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Ocean Beach?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Ocean Beach. 1) Submit the Village rental permit application electronically via the Village website (under 'Application Forms') at least 7 days prior to occupancy. 2) Attach required documentation, including a certificate of occupancy or compliance, a plot plan/floor plan, and a sworn affidavit attesting to code compliance and the presence of working fire extinguishers and smoke detectors. 3) Pay the permit fee (currently $125); permits are valid for the calendar year and must be renewed annually.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Ocean Beach?
1) Submit the Village rental permit application electronically via the Village website (under 'Application Forms') at least 7 days prior to occupancy. 2) Attach required documentation, including a certificate of occupancy or compliance, a plot plan/floor plan, and a sworn affidavit attesting to code compliance and the presence of working fire extinguishers and smoke detectors. 3) Pay the permit fee (currently $125); permits are valid for the calendar year and must be renewed annually.
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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