Night Caps: New York vs Philadelphia
How do night caps rules compare between New York, NY and Philadelphia, PA?
New York and Philadelphia have similar restriction levels.
New York, NY
New York County
NYC does not impose an annual night cap on registered short-term rentals, but the host-presence requirement and 2-guest limit under Local Law 18 effectively restrict rental activity.
View full New York rules →Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia County
Philadelphia caps Limited Lodging Operator (whole-home, non-host-occupied) STRs at 90 nights per calendar year. Host-occupied Limited Lodging has no night cap. Visitor Accommodations in CMX zones have no cap.
View full Philadelphia rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | New York | Philadelphia |
|---|---|---|
| Annual cap | None explicit | - |
| Effective limit | Host must be present | - |
| Unhosted rentals | Prohibited under 30 days | - |
| 30+ day stays | Outside STR rules | - |
| Max guests | 2 paying | - |
| Whole-home Cap | - | 90 nights/year |
| Host-Occupied | - | No cap |
| Commercial | - | No cap, CMX only |
| Code | - | Phila. 9-3802 |
| Fine | - | 2000 dollars/night |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
New York FAQ
Is there a 90-night limit like other cities?
No. NYC uses host-presence and guest-cap rules instead of an annual night cap.
Can I rent all year if I am present?
Yes, provided registration, 2-guest cap, and other Local Law 18 requirements are met.
Philadelphia FAQ
Who enforces this in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia code enforcement at (215) 686-1776 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia code enforcement at (215) 686-1776 handles complaints.
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