Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Webster, NY

Airbnb listings are allowed in Webster, NY, but with restrictions. Standard dwelling units are prohibited from transient rentals of less than 28 continuous days. Bed-and-breakfasts are allowed by special use permit only if the owner resides on-site as their principal residence; they are limited to 3-6 guest rooms depending on floor area, a maximum stay of 7 consecutive nights per guest, and whole-house rentals are strictly prohibited. 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.

Standard dwelling units are prohibited from transient rentals of less than 28 continuous days. Bed-and-breakfasts are allowed by special use permit only if the owner resides on-site as their principal residence; they are limited to 3-6 guest rooms depending on floor area, a maximum stay of 7 consecutive nights per guest, and whole-house rentals are strictly prohibited.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Webster. 1) Apply to the Planning Board for a special use permit and site plan review. 2) Submit a sworn statement and proof of residency (e.g., driver’s license, tax return) to the Code Enforcement Official annually to certify the property is your principal residence. 3) Comply with guest registration requirements and safety inspections.

1) Apply to the Planning Board for a special use permit and site plan review. 2) Submit a sworn statement and proof of residency (e.g., driver’s license, tax return) to the Code Enforcement Official annually to certify the property is your principal residence. 3) Comply with guest registration requirements and safety inspections.

Vrbo is permitted in Webster, NY 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 Webster 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 Webster. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.