Chester, New York
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Orange County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: Required
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- SR-1, SR-2, LB-SL, and AR-3 residential zones only (with limited exception for pre-existing rentals in other zones)
Official Sources
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Chester, New York
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Chester, New York are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Chester, New York?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Chester, New York.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Chester?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Where do these Chester short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Chester'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 Chester, Orange County, or New York authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.