Short-term-rental rules
Can you Airbnb in Village of Suffern, NY?
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Short-term rentals are banned in the Village of Suffern. Local Law 1 of 2026 amended the zoning code (new Section 266-14.1) to prohibit renting any dwelling, in whole or in part, for less than 30 consecutive days, with fines of $250 to $5,000 per day. The village board's position, stated on the record, is that STRs were never a permitted use under its zoning even before this law made the ban explicit.
What the rules say in Village of Suffern
- Village-wide prohibition: no owner, lessee, tenant, or occupant may rent, lease, license, or otherwise allow occupancy of any real property, in whole or in part, for less than 30 consecutive days (new Zoning Section 266-14.1(A), added by Local Law 1 of 2026).
- The ban covers whole-home and partial (room) rentals, daily, hourly, overnight, or weekly, whether or not compensation is paid.
- Renting outdoor spaces (pools, spas, playgrounds, yards) on residential property for assembly is also prohibited (Section 266-14.1(B)).
- Definition added to Section 266-5: a 'short-term residential rental' is any dwelling (house, condo, townhome, co-op, apartment) rented or occupied in whole or part for under 30 consecutive days for any compensation, including barter.
- Advertising the residence online as available for short-term rental is presumptive evidence of a violation (Section 266-14.1(D)).
- Exceptions: post-closing seller possession agreements (deed filed within 5 days of closing), and legal non-conforming hotels, boarding houses, or rooming houses (Sections 266-14.1(C) and (F)).
- Penalties: $250 to $5,000 fine per violation; each day is a separate offense; the village may also seek injunctions, damages, and attorney's fees; enforced by the Building Inspector, Code Enforcement, and Police.
- Rentals of 30+ consecutive days remain legal but must be registered annually with the Village Clerk and pass inspections at least every 12 months under Village Code Chapter 215 (Rental Properties).
- Effective immediately upon filing with the NY Secretary of State; listed by the village as a 2026 Adopted Local Law.
Sources: Village of Suffern Local Law No. 1 of 2026 - Prohibiting Short-Term Rentals (full text, primary); Village of Suffern Adopted & Proposed Local Laws page (lists LL1 of 2026 under 2026 Adopted Local Laws); Board of Trustees minutes, Nov 3, 2025 (public hearing on the STR prohibition; village position that STRs were already not permitted under zoning); Village of Suffern Code on eCode360 (official code portal; Ch. 266 Zoning, Ch. 215 Rental Properties; blocks automated fetch with HTTP 403). 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.
Village of Suffern short-term-rental FAQ
Can I run a short-term rental (Airbnb) in Village of Suffern, NY?
Short-term rentals are banned in the Village of Suffern. Local Law 1 of 2026 amended the zoning code (new Section 266-14.1) to prohibit renting any dwelling, in whole or in part, for less than 30 consecutive days, with fines of $250 to $5,000 per day. The village board's position, stated on the record, is that STRs were never a permitted use under its zoning even before this law made the ban explicit.
Do I need a permit or registration to run an STR in Village of Suffern?
Rentals of 30+ consecutive days remain legal but must be registered annually with the Village Clerk and pass inspections at least every 12 months under Village Code Chapter 215 (Rental Properties).
What taxes apply to a short-term rental in Village of Suffern, 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 Village of Suffern?
Short-term rentals face real limits in Village of Suffern (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.
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