Mount Vernon, New York

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Westchester County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
180Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year180
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Permitted in all residential zoning districts; prohibited in multifamily dwellings with active PILOT agreements, fully rent-regulated multifamily buildings, or where lease prohibits STRs

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Mount Vernon, New York

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Mount Vernon, New York are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Mount Vernon, New York?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Mount Vernon?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Mount Vernon?

Yes — Mount Vernon sets a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

Where do these Mount Vernon short-term rental rules come from?

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