Short-term-rental rules
Can you Airbnb in Palm Tree, NY?
Researched and reviewed by Jake Lee, FounderCurrent as of July 2026How this atlas is maintained
Palm Tree is governed by the Village of Kiryas Joel code, whose zoning permits only the uses it specifically lists: any use not listed is prohibited. No short-term rental, hotel, or transient lodging use appears anywhere in the code, and the definition of a dwelling expressly excludes tourist homes and hotels, so a whole-home rental under 30 days has no lawful path and no permit to apply for. We treat this town as off-limits for typical Airbnb-style rentals and would confirm any specific address directly with the village.
What the rules say in Palm Tree
- Zoning is permissive: "Any use not specifically permitted by this chapter is prohibited" (Village of Kiryas Joel Code § 155-11).
- Residential District permitted principal uses are limited to one- and two-family dwellings, multifamily dwellings, village facilities, parks, and synagogues/schools; no short-term rental, tourist home, or transient lodging use is listed, and "only those uses specifically listed as being permitted shall be permitted" (§ 155-19).
- "Dwelling" is defined to exclude "a motel, hotel, rooming house or tourist home" and similar temporary lodging (§ 155-4), so transient lodging is not a residential dwelling use.
- The Commercial District permits only institutions, warehouse/industrial uses, and local retail by special permit; no hotel, motel, or lodging use exists in any district (§ 155-22).
- The code contains no short-term rental permit, registration, fee, or day-cap scheme of any kind (full chapter list reviewed, legislation through 09-23-2022).
Sources: Village of Kiryas Joel, NY Code, table of contents (eCode360 KI1464, legislation through 09-23-2022); Village of Kiryas Joel Code, Chapter 155 Zoning (structure and history); Village of Kiryas Joel Code § 155-4 Definitions (dwelling excludes motel, hotel, rooming house, tourist home); Village of Kiryas Joel Code, Art. IV District Regulations incl. § 155-11, § 155-19, § 155-22; Village of Kiryas Joel official site (village and Town of Palm Tree tax administration). 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.
Palm Tree short-term-rental FAQ
Can I run a short-term rental (Airbnb) in Palm Tree, NY?
Palm Tree is governed by the Village of Kiryas Joel code, whose zoning permits only the uses it specifically lists: any use not listed is prohibited. No short-term rental, hotel, or transient lodging use appears anywhere in the code, and the definition of a dwelling expressly excludes tourist homes and hotels, so a whole-home rental under 30 days has no lawful path and no permit to apply for. We treat this town as off-limits for typical Airbnb-style rentals and would confirm any specific address directly with the village.
Do I need a permit or registration to run an STR in Palm Tree?
Zoning is permissive: "Any use not specifically permitted by this chapter is prohibited" (Village of Kiryas Joel Code § 155-11).
What taxes apply to a short-term rental in Palm Tree, 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 Palm Tree?
Short-term rentals face real limits in Palm Tree (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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