Elizabeth, New Jersey

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Union County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $200.00Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
$200.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$200.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year180 consecutive nights maximum per stay (not per year)
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Elizabeth, New Jersey

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Elizabeth, New Jersey are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200.00). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

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

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Elizabeth, New Jersey. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $200.00.

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

Yes — Elizabeth sets a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

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

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