Watervliet, New York

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Albany County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250 per building plus $100 per short-term rental unit
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Watervliet, New York

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Watervliet, New York are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250 per building plus $100 pe).

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $250 per building plus $100 pe.

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

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