Short-term-rental rules
Can you Airbnb in Saugerties, NY?
Researched and reviewed by Jake Lee, FounderCurrent as of July 2026How this atlas is maintained
The Town of Saugerties allows STRs under Chapter 194 (Local Law 2 of 2022) but only in owner-registered single-family, two-family, or accessory-apartment dwellings; multifamily units are excluded. An operating permit from the Building Department is required, along with a yearly fire and safety inspection and separate Ulster County registration. Only the property owner may register and permits are non-transferable.
What the rules say in Saugerties
- Operating permit from the Building Department required for every STR (Ch. 194, Local Law 2 of 2022)
- Only single-family, two-family, or accessory-apartment dwellings eligible; multifamily prohibited; owner-only registration
- Yearly fire and safety inspection (about 250 first year, 175 renewal) plus Ulster County registration required
Sources: Town of Saugerties Code Ch. 194 Short-Term Rentals (eCode360); Town of Saugerties Local Law 2 of 2022 (official). 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.
Saugerties short-term-rental FAQ
Can I run a short-term rental (Airbnb) in Saugerties, NY?
The Town of Saugerties allows STRs under Chapter 194 (Local Law 2 of 2022) but only in owner-registered single-family, two-family, or accessory-apartment dwellings; multifamily units are excluded. An operating permit from the Building Department is required, along with a yearly fire and safety inspection and separate Ulster County registration. Only the property owner may register and permits are non-transferable.
Do I need a permit or registration to run an STR in Saugerties?
Operating permit from the Building Department required for every STR (Ch. 194, Local Law 2 of 2022)
What taxes apply to a short-term rental in Saugerties, 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 Saugerties?
Palisade Stays launches and runs short-term rentals for owners end to end. Where a short-term rental works in Saugerties, we can handle setup, listing, guest operations, and turnovers. Start with a quick property-fit assessment.
Thinking about a short-term rental in Saugerties?
Palisade Stays launches and runs short-term rentals for owners end to end. Tell us about your property and we'll see if it's a fit.
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