Short-term-rental rules
Can you Airbnb in Stony Point (Town), NY?
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Stony Point bans short-term rentals outright: Town Code Chapter 215 (Zoning), Article XXIII, adopted Feb 9, 2021 as Local Law No. 2-2021, makes it unlawful to rent any dwelling, in whole or in part, for less than 29 consecutive nights in any residentially zoned district. The only exception is a lawfully licensed commercial hotel/motel or bed-and-breakfast, so Airbnb-style whole-home and room rentals are not permitted.
What the rules say in Stony Point (Town)
- Short-term rental is defined as a dwelling unit rented, in whole or in part, for a period of less than 29 consecutive nights (Ch. 215, Art. XXIII).
- It is unlawful in any residentially zoned district to rent, license, or offer to rent any living accommodations for compensation for less than 29 consecutive nights unless the use is lawfully licensed or permitted under the Town Zoning Code.
- The prohibition applies to all single-family, two-family, and multiple-family residential dwellings in the town, including pre-existing nonconforming dwellings.
- Exception: a commercial hotel/motel or bed-and-breakfast operating exclusively as such and lawfully licensed or permitted under the Town Zoning Code.
- Rentals of 29 or more consecutive nights fall outside the prohibition.
- Enforcement: first violation draws a warning from the Building Inspector; each violation thereafter is penalized under § 215-99: up to $5,000 fine and/or up to 6 months imprisonment for a first offense, $1,000-$10,000 for a second offense within 5 years, $2,000-$25,000 for a third or subsequent offense, and the town may also seek injunctive relief.
- Adopted 2-9-2021 by Local Law No. 2-2021 following a public hearing noticed in October 2020.
- The Town of Stony Point contains no incorporated villages, so the town code applies throughout the town.
Sources: Town of Stony Point Code, Ch. 215 Zoning, Art. XXIII: Prohibition on Short-Term Rentals of Residential Dwellings (eCode360); Town of Stony Point Code, Chapter 215: Zoning (eCode360); Town of Stony Point, NY Code home (eCode360); Town of Stony Point official site: Town's General Code (links to eCode360). 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.
Stony Point (Town) short-term-rental FAQ
Can I run a short-term rental (Airbnb) in Stony Point (Town), NY?
Stony Point bans short-term rentals outright: Town Code Chapter 215 (Zoning), Article XXIII, adopted Feb 9, 2021 as Local Law No. 2-2021, makes it unlawful to rent any dwelling, in whole or in part, for less than 29 consecutive nights in any residentially zoned district. The only exception is a lawfully licensed commercial hotel/motel or bed-and-breakfast, so Airbnb-style whole-home and room rentals are not permitted.
Do I need a permit or registration to run an STR in Stony Point (Town)?
It is unlawful in any residentially zoned district to rent, license, or offer to rent any living accommodations for compensation for less than 29 consecutive nights unless the use is lawfully licensed or permitted under the Town Zoning Code.
What taxes apply to a short-term rental in Stony Point (Town), 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 Stony Point (Town)?
Short-term rentals face real limits in Stony Point (Town) (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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