Short-term-rental rules
Can you Airbnb in Wappingers Falls (Village), NY?
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Village of Wappingers Falls restricts short-term rentals under Chapter 124 of the Village Code (adopted via Local Law 3 of 2023). Every STR needs an annual village permit, and the property must be the owner's primary residence. Unhosted (non-owner-present) rentals are prohibited in all residential districts and allowed only in the B business district, so a typical dedicated whole-home Airbnb does not qualify. Hosted rentals are permitted village-wide but the owner must live on site during stays.
What the rules say in Wappingers Falls (Village)
- Sec. 124-3(A): It is unlawful to operate, rent, or advertise any dwelling for stays under 30 consecutive days without a short-term rental permit from the Code Enforcement Officer; per Sec. 124-4 the permit is annual and expires December 31.
- Sec. 124-5(A)(3) and Sec. 124-7(B): The STR property must be the owner's primary residence, verified by NYS STAR credit/exemption or a filed tax return; a hosted STR must remain the owner's primary residence at all times, and an owner may operate a hosted STR on only one parcel in the Village.
- Sec. 151-68(L)(6) and Table 4 (District Schedule of Uses): Unhosted short-term rentals (owner not present overnight) are prohibited (X) in every district except the B District, where they are permitted with site plan approval; hosted STRs are permitted (P) in all seven zoning districts.
- Sec. 151-68(L)(2)-(4): An STR is allowed only as an accessory use to a detached single-family dwelling, only within the principal building (never an accessory structure), and not on a lot with an accessory dwelling unit or Class 2 home occupation.
- Sec. 124-7(E)(5)-(6): Maximum two guests per bedroom (children under 5 exempt); bedrooms must be at least 70 sq ft for one occupant or 100 sq ft for two.
- Sec. 124-7(E)(1) and (E)(10): No signage identifying the property as an STR, and no assemblies or events (weddings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, banquets, or similar gatherings).
- Sec. 124-5(B): A fire and safety inspection by the Building Inspector or a NYS licensed engineer/architect is required before initial issuance and every renewal (smoke/CO detectors, fire extinguisher, two means of egress per rented bedroom).
- Sec. 124-3(C): Any advertisement or listing must include the short-term rental permit number.
- Sec. 124-6: Permit renewal requires proof of payment of the Dutchess County Hotel Occupancy Tax for the current permit year.
- Sec. 124-11(B)(1): Three or more credible complaints within 30 days trigger a 30-day permit revocation; Sec. 124-11(A)(2) permanently revokes the permit if the owner ceases to occupy the property as a primary residence.
Sources: Village of Wappingers Falls Code, Chapter 124: Short-Term Rentals (eCode360); Village of Wappingers Falls Local Law (2023 code amendments incl. Chapter 124 and Sec. 151-68L) - official village PDF; NYSDEC notice: Village of Wappingers Falls adoption of Local Law 3 of 2023; Village of Wappingers Falls - Village Code and Policies. 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.
Wappingers Falls (Village) short-term-rental FAQ
Can I run a short-term rental (Airbnb) in Wappingers Falls (Village), NY?
Village of Wappingers Falls restricts short-term rentals under Chapter 124 of the Village Code (adopted via Local Law 3 of 2023). Every STR needs an annual village permit, and the property must be the owner's primary residence. Unhosted (non-owner-present) rentals are prohibited in all residential districts and allowed only in the B business district, so a typical dedicated whole-home Airbnb does not qualify. Hosted rentals are permitted village-wide but the owner must live on site during stays.
Do I need a permit or registration to run an STR in Wappingers Falls (Village)?
Sec. 124-3(A): It is unlawful to operate, rent, or advertise any dwelling for stays under 30 consecutive days without a short-term rental permit from the Code Enforcement Officer; per Sec. 124-4 the permit is annual and expires December 31.
What taxes apply to a short-term rental in Wappingers Falls (Village), 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 Wappingers Falls (Village)?
Short-term rentals face real limits in Wappingers Falls (Village) (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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