Short-term-rental rules
Can you Airbnb in Marlborough, NY?
Researched and reviewed by Jake Lee, FounderCurrent as of July 2026How this atlas is maintained
Marlborough's STR rules, in Zoning Chapter 155 (added by Local Law No. 2 of 2021, amended by Local Law No. 8 of 2022), are among the county's most restrictive. A short-term rental is only allowed where the owner holds fee title to and occupies, as their primary residence, a dwelling next door to or directly across the street from the STR, and no owner may hold an interest in more than two STR units in the Town. Accessory dwelling units may not be used as STRs. This effectively excludes standalone, non-adjacent investor rentals.
What the rules say in Marlborough
- STR provisions in Zoning Chapter 155, added 2021 by Local Law No. 2 of 2021 and amended 2022 by Local Law No. 8 of 2022
- A short-term rental unit is a furnished detached dwelling rented for 30 days or less where the owner occupies, as primary residence, a dwelling next door to or directly across the street from the STR unit
- No owner may hold an ownership interest in more than two short-term rental units within the Town
- Accessory dwelling units may not be used as short-term rentals
- Ulster County Hotel and Motel Room Occupancy Tax registration also applies
Sources: Town of Marlborough Code, Chapter 155 Zoning (eCode360); Town of Marlborough Code, Definitions incl. short-term rental (eCode360). Last reviewed 2026-07.
How short-term rentals are regulated in New York
- New York has no single statewide short-term-rental ban. Towns, villages, and cities set their own rules through local ordinances and zoning, so rules can differ sharply between neighboring municipalities in the same county.
- Short stays in New York are generally subject to state and local sales tax, and many counties add a local occupancy (hotel/motel) tax, often collected by the booking platform on the host's behalf.
- Common local controls include permits or registration, primary-residence requirements, and zoning limits on which districts allow short-term use. In New York, a town and a village inside it can each have their own rule.
- Rules change. An ordinance can be added or amended at any time. Always confirm the current rule with the municipality before listing.
Marlborough short-term-rental FAQ
Can I run a short-term rental (Airbnb) in Marlborough, NY?
Marlborough's STR rules, in Zoning Chapter 155 (added by Local Law No. 2 of 2021, amended by Local Law No. 8 of 2022), are among the county's most restrictive. A short-term rental is only allowed where the owner holds fee title to and occupies, as their primary residence, a dwelling next door to or directly across the street from the STR, and no owner may hold an interest in more than two STR units in the Town. Accessory dwelling units may not be used as STRs. This effectively excludes standalone, non-adjacent investor rentals.
Do I need a permit or registration to run an STR in Marlborough?
Ulster County Hotel and Motel Room Occupancy Tax registration also applies
What taxes apply to a short-term rental in Marlborough, New York?
Short-term stays in New York are generally subject to state and local sales tax, and many counties add a local occupancy (hotel) tax, often collected for you by the booking platform. A tax professional can confirm what applies to your property.
Can Palisade Stays manage a short-term rental in Marlborough?
Short-term rentals face real limits in Marlborough (see the status above), so it may not be the right play. Palisade Stays can still help you understand what's possible for your property, including a compliant mid-term or longer rental, and run it if it's a fit. Start with a quick assessment.
Can I run a mid-term or 30-plus-night rental in Marlborough?
Most local short-term-rental limits target stays under 30 nights, so a furnished mid-term rental (30-plus nights) is often the compliant path in Marlborough. Confirm the specifics with the town and check the sources on this page, then Palisade Stays can set up and run a compliant mid-term rental for you.
Navigating Marlborough's rules?
We'll help you find out what's actually possible for your Marlborough property, short-term, mid-term, or otherwise, and run it if it's a fit.
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