West New York, New Jersey

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hudson County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $25Tax: 3%Owner Occupancy RequiredProcessing: 30 days
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$25License Cost
3%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$25
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 CapOnly 1 short-term vacation rental is permitted per residential structure
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT3%

Zoning Restrictions

  • legal two, three, or four unit residential structures only; no apartments, condominiums, co-operatives, or public housing

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in West New York, New Jersey

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in West New York, New Jersey are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $25). The property must be owner-occupied. A lodging/occupancy tax of 3% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in West New York, New Jersey?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in West New York?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $25.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in West New York?

Short-term rentals in West New York are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 3%.

Where do these West New York short-term rental rules come from?

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