Westhampton Beach, New York
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Suffolk County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: Required
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual (application due on or before April 25 of each year)
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 10, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Westhampton Beach, New York
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Westhampton Beach, New York are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Westhampton Beach, New York?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Westhampton Beach, New York.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Westhampton Beach?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Where do these Westhampton Beach short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Westhampton Beach'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 Westhampton Beach, Suffolk County, or New York authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.