Saratoga Springs, New York

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Saratoga County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
150Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100 (primary residence); $750 (non-primary residence)
Renewalannually
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNo
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year150
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

saratoga-springs.org/2761/Short-Term-Residential-Rentals-STR
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Saratoga Springs, New York

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Saratoga Springs, New York are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100 (primary residence); $750).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Saratoga Springs, New York?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Saratoga Springs, New York.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Saratoga Springs?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100 (primary residence); $750.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Saratoga Springs?

Yes — Saratoga Springs sets a cap of 150 rental nights per year.

Where do these Saratoga Springs short-term rental rules come from?

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