Hackensack does not impose a specific liability insurance mandate for short-term rentals, but Chapter 145 rental licensing and standard NJ landlord-tenant principles strongly encourage host liability coverage of at least $1 million.
Hackensack municipal code does not contain a stand-alone insurance mandate for short-term rentals, but Chapter 145 rental property registration requires owners to maintain the property in habitable condition, which insurers typically interpret as requiring active liability coverage. New Jersey case law holds short-term hosts to a heightened duty of care similar to innkeepers, making commercial or short-term rental endorsements essential. Standard homeowners policies often exclude transient rental income, so hosts should obtain specific STR coverage. Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO provide host protection, but those programs are not a substitute for primary insurance. Mortgage lenders may also require disclosure.
There is no direct municipal fine for lacking insurance, but uninsured incidents can result in substantial personal liability and policy cancellation.
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