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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Westchester County, NY

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Westchester County requires operators of rentals under 30 days to register for and remit a 3% Room Occupancy Tax. New York State mandates quarterly STR unit reporting by platforms and hosts starting December 2025. Individual municipalities within the county may impose additional constraints such as rental registries, safety inspections, and permit caps (e.g., Irvington limits STRs to 50 units).

Official Resources

Official Westchester County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Westchester County, NY?
Westchester County requires operators of rentals under 30 days to register for and remit a 3% Room Occupancy Tax. New York State mandates quarterly STR unit reporting by platforms and hosts starting December 2025. Individual municipalities within the county may impose additional constraints such as rental registries, safety inspections, and permit caps (e.g., Irvington limits STRs to 50 units).
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Westchester County?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Westchester County.

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