New Rochelle vs Yonkers

How many guests can a 3-bedroom STR host in New Rochelle?

8 guests (2 per bedroom plus 2 extra), assuming each bedroom meets the 70/50 sq ft minimum and has proper egress.

What is the absolute maximum occupancy for a New Rochelle whole-home STR?

10 occupants. Owner-occupied hosted stays are capped at 8 under Chapter 133.

Can I put a sleeper sofa in the basement of my New Rochelle Airbnb?

Only if the basement is a legal finished room with egress. Sleeping in unfinished basements, kitchens, or bathrooms is prohibited.

How many guests can I host?

Count bedrooms: first occupant needs 70 sq ft, each additional 50 sq ft. For a 120 sq ft bedroom, that's 2 occupants maximum under NY code.

What safety equipment is required in a Yonkers STR?

Working smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and egress windows are mandatory under the NY State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the Yonkers Housing Maintenance Code.

What happens if I exceed the Yonkers STR occupancy limit?

Overcrowding beyond 70 sq ft for the first occupant plus 50 sq ft per additional occupant is a Class II violation enforced by the Yonkers Department of Housing and Buildings.