Clifton, New Jersey

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Passaic County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $500Owner Occupancy RequiredProcessing: 30 days
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
$500License Cost
1500 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$500
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing Time30 days

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1500 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

ecode360.com/48950255
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Clifton, New Jersey

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Clifton, New Jersey are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $500). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $500.

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

These details are verified against Clifton'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 Clifton, Passaic County, or New Jersey authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.