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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Syracuse, NY

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

STRs must be registered (valid for 2 years via County or 3 years via City Rental Registry). Requirements include $300,000 minimum liability insurance, conspicuously posted evacuation diagrams and emergency contact lists, a working fire extinguisher, and maintenance of guest records for two years. One- and two-family non-owner-occupied units must also pass city interior/exterior inspections.

How to Obtain a Permit

1. Submit an application via the City's Online Application Portal or the County's prescribed manner. 2. Schedule and pass an interior and exterior safety inspection with the Division of Code Enforcement (for city registry). 3. Pay the required fee ($150 for city registry every 3 years; county fees as set by the legislature) and provide proof of $300,000 liability insurance.

Official Resources

Official Syracuse STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Syracuse, NY?
STRs must be registered (valid for 2 years via County or 3 years via City Rental Registry). Requirements include $300,000 minimum liability insurance, conspicuously posted evacuation diagrams and emergency contact lists, a working fire extinguisher, and maintenance of guest records for two years. One- and two-family non-owner-occupied units must also pass city interior/exterior inspections.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Syracuse?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Syracuse. 1. Submit an application via the City's Online Application Portal or the County's prescribed manner. 2. Schedule and pass an interior and exterior safety inspection with the Division of Code Enforcement (for city registry). 3. Pay the required fee ($150 for city registry every 3 years; county fees as set by the legislature) and provide proof of $300,000 liability insurance.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Syracuse?
1. Submit an application via the City's Online Application Portal or the County's prescribed manner. 2. Schedule and pass an interior and exterior safety inspection with the Division of Code Enforcement (for city registry). 3. Pay the required fee ($150 for city registry every 3 years; county fees as set by the legislature) and provide proof of $300,000 liability insurance.
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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