Short-term-rental rules
Can you Airbnb in Shandaken, NY?
Researched and reviewed by Jake Lee, FounderCurrent as of July 2026How this atlas is maintained
The Town of Shandaken requires STR registration and a license under Chapter 101 (Rental Property), effective June 10, 2022. Non-resident-owner licenses are capped at 150 and that cap has been reached, so new outside investors must wait for one to become available. Owners must provide proof of insurance, register with Ulster County, and give renters the Town's good-neighbor flyer.
What the rules say in Shandaken
- STR registration and license required under Ch. 101 Rental Property (effective 6/10/2022)
- Non-resident-owner licenses capped at 150 and reached; new outside investors wait for an opening
- Proof of insurance, Ulster County registration, and good-neighbor flyer to renters required
Sources: Town of Shandaken Code Ch. 101 Rental Property (eCode360); Town of Shandaken Short-Term Rental Licensing (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.
Shandaken short-term-rental FAQ
Can I run a short-term rental (Airbnb) in Shandaken, NY?
The Town of Shandaken requires STR registration and a license under Chapter 101 (Rental Property), effective June 10, 2022. Non-resident-owner licenses are capped at 150 and that cap has been reached, so new outside investors must wait for one to become available. Owners must provide proof of insurance, register with Ulster County, and give renters the Town's good-neighbor flyer.
Do I need a permit or registration to run an STR in Shandaken?
STR registration and license required under Ch. 101 Rental Property (effective 6/10/2022)
What taxes apply to a short-term rental in Shandaken, 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 Shandaken?
Palisade Stays launches and runs short-term rentals for owners end to end. Where a short-term rental works in Shandaken, we can handle setup, listing, guest operations, and turnovers. Start with a quick property-fit assessment.
Thinking about a short-term rental in Shandaken?
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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