Bayonne, New Jersey

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hudson County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026
60Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$1,000 initial; $750 renewal
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year60
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Owner-occupied residential properties only; prohibited in multiple dwellings with more than 4 units; prohibited in rent-controlled or HUD-regulated housing

Official Sources

Data confidence: 91%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bayonne, New Jersey

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bayonne, New Jersey are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $1,000 initial; $750 renewal). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bayonne, New Jersey?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Bayonne, New Jersey. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Bayonne?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $1,000 initial; $750 renewal.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Bayonne?

Yes — Bayonne sets a cap of 60 rental nights per year.

Where do these Bayonne short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Bayonne's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Bayonne, Hudson County, or New Jersey authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.