Seaside Heights, New Jersey

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Ocean County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
180Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$200 initial application fee + $500 initial annual license fee; $100 annual renewal fee
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year180
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

ecode360.com/33822505
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Seaside Heights, New Jersey

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Seaside Heights, New Jersey are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200 initial application fee +).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Seaside Heights, New Jersey?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Seaside Heights?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $200 initial application fee +.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Seaside Heights?

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

Where do these Seaside Heights short-term rental rules come from?

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