Short-term-rental rules
Can you Airbnb in Ellenville, NY?
Researched and reviewed by Jake Lee, FounderCurrent as of July 2026How this atlas is maintained
Short-term lodging is allowed in Ellenville only with a village permit. Operators must keep a guest log filed with the Code Enforcement Officer each January, provide one off-street parking space per two lodgers (on-site or within 200 feet), register with Ulster County within 30 days of approval, and pay application, annual-permit and annual fire-safety-inspection fees. Only one rental contract per night per dwelling is allowed, events such as weddings and banquets are prohibited, and the village noise law applies.
What the rules say in Ellenville
- Short-term lodging permitted only upon issuance of a village permit (Chapter 227, Zoning, short-term lodging standards)
- All lodgers at one time must be under one rental contract; no more than one rental contract per night per dwelling
- Operator must maintain a guest log and submit it to the Code Enforcement Officer annually in January
- At least one off-street parking space for every two lodgers, on-site or within 200 feet
- Facility must register with Ulster County within 30 days of approval; no weddings, banquets or similar events for non-lodgers
Sources: eCode360 - Village of Ellenville, short-term lodging standards; eCode360 - Village of Ellenville Chapter 227, Zoning. 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.
Ellenville short-term-rental FAQ
Can I run a short-term rental (Airbnb) in Ellenville, NY?
Short-term lodging is allowed in Ellenville only with a village permit. Operators must keep a guest log filed with the Code Enforcement Officer each January, provide one off-street parking space per two lodgers (on-site or within 200 feet), register with Ulster County within 30 days of approval, and pay application, annual-permit and annual fire-safety-inspection fees. Only one rental contract per night per dwelling is allowed, events such as weddings and banquets are prohibited, and the village noise law applies.
Do I need a permit or registration to run an STR in Ellenville?
Short-term lodging permitted only upon issuance of a village permit (Chapter 227, Zoning, short-term lodging standards)
What taxes apply to a short-term rental in Ellenville, 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 Ellenville?
Palisade Stays launches and runs short-term rentals for owners end to end. Where a short-term rental works in Ellenville, we can handle setup, listing, guest operations, and turnovers. Start with a quick property-fit assessment.
Thinking about a short-term rental in Ellenville?
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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