Registration Rules: East Orange vs Newark
How do registration rules rules compare between East Orange, NJ and Newark, NJ?
East Orange has fewer restrictions than Newark.
East Orange, NJ
Essex County
Registration of short-term rentals in Essex County happens at the municipal level. The county maintains no STR registry; hosts register with the city or township and, for tax, with the New Jersey Division of Taxation.
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Essex County
Newark Ch. 18:14 (amended Dec. 2023, enforced Sept. 2024) requires annual STR registration via newarknjstr.munirevs.com. The $250 permit fee covers application, inspection, and GovOS listing verification. Owner-occupied only.
View full Newark rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | East Orange | Newark |
|---|---|---|
| County registry | None | - |
| Municipal registry | Newark and others | - |
| State tax registration | NJ Div. of Taxation | - |
| Pro-managed trigger | 3+ units rented | - |
| Code | - | Ch. 18:14 (Short-Term Rentals) |
| Portal | - | newarknjstr.munirevs.com |
| Annual Fee | - | $250 |
| Enforcement | - | GovOS monitors Airbnb/Vrbo listings |
| Inspections | - | Annual fire safety and property maintenance |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
East Orange FAQ
Is there a county STR registry?
No. Essex County keeps no short-term rental registry. Registration is municipal, plus state tax registration where taxes apply.
When must I register with the state?
When you rent three or more units, or list through a marketplace, you must register with the NJ Division of Taxation to collect the applicable taxes.
Newark FAQ
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