Hopewell, New Jersey

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Mercer County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $75
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
$75License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$75
Renewalyearly
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 82%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Hopewell, New Jersey

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Hopewell, New Jersey are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $75).

Frequently asked questions

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

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Hopewell, New Jersey.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $75.

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

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