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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Trumansburg, NY

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Tompkins County requires each STR unit to be registered, meet health and safety requirements (evacuation diagrams, fire extinguishers, posted emergency numbers), maintain at least $300,000 in liability insurance, and remit county hotel room occupancy tax. The Village of Trumansburg's paused draft includes additional potential requirements for village-level permits, inspections, and a three-year sunset provision for new permits.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Register each STR unit with Tompkins County using the county registration portal and pay the $125 registration fee; 2) Ensure the unit meets county health and safety requirements (evacuation diagram, fire extinguisher, posted emergency numbers) and maintain $300,000 liability insurance; 3) Receive a Certificate of Authority (valid for two years) and remit applicable county room occupancy tax.

Official Resources

Official Trumansburg STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Trumansburg, NY?
Tompkins County requires each STR unit to be registered, meet health and safety requirements (evacuation diagrams, fire extinguishers, posted emergency numbers), maintain at least $300,000 in liability insurance, and remit county hotel room occupancy tax. The Village of Trumansburg's paused draft includes additional potential requirements for village-level permits, inspections, and a three-year sunset provision for new permits.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Trumansburg?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Trumansburg. 1) Register each STR unit with Tompkins County using the county registration portal and pay the $125 registration fee; 2) Ensure the unit meets county health and safety requirements (evacuation diagram, fire extinguisher, posted emergency numbers) and maintain $300,000 liability insurance; 3) Receive a Certificate of Authority (valid for two years) and remit applicable county room occupancy tax.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Trumansburg?
1) Register each STR unit with Tompkins County using the county registration portal and pay the $125 registration fee; 2) Ensure the unit meets county health and safety requirements (evacuation diagram, fire extinguisher, posted emergency numbers) and maintain $300,000 liability insurance; 3) Receive a Certificate of Authority (valid for two years) and remit applicable county room occupancy tax.

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