Newark, New Jersey

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Essex County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $250Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
$250License Cost
300 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap300 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

ecode360.com/36690277
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Newark, New Jersey

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Newark, New Jersey are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $250.

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

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