Kingston, New York

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Ulster County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
30Annual Cap
421 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$650 (STR-F), $125 (STR-L), $125 (STR-RO)
Renewalannually
Permit Cap106 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year30
Density / Distance Cap1% of the City's housing units
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • STR-F permits only allowed in T5 or T4 zoning transects; STR-RO and STR-L allowed citywide

Official Sources

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

Short-term rental rules in Kingston, New York

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Kingston, New York are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $650 (STR-F), $125 (STR-L), $1). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Kingston, New York?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Kingston, New York. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $650 (STR-F), $125 (STR-L), $1.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Kingston?

Yes — Kingston sets a cap of 30 rental nights per year.

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

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