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Westchester County, NY Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)

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Key Facts

County Rule: None
Host Liability: Per local code
Typical Quiet: 10pm-7am
Enforcement: Local police

City-specific rules exist: Yonkers, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, and White Plains have their own noise rules rules that differ from Westchester County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Summary

STR guest noise is governed by each municipality's noise ordinance. No countywide STR noise standard. Hosts are typically responsible for guest conduct under municipal STR codes where STRs are permitted.

Full Breakdown

Westchester municipalities with STR rules (e.g., Peekskill, Ossining) commonly require hosts to provide a local 24-hour contact and make the host financially responsible for guest nuisance complaints. County quiet hours do not exist; local rules control. This noise rules rule under Westchester County's short term rentals ordinances applies to unincorporated areas of Westchester County. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Westchester County code enforcement directly or consult the official New York municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Westchester STR guest be fined for a noise violation?

Yes, and many municipalities pass the fine to the host. Check your local code for specifics.

What are typical quiet hours for STRs in Westchester County?

Typical quiet hours are 10pm-7am, but rules are set by each municipality. Westchester County itself has no quiet-hours rule for short-term rentals.

Do STR hosts in Westchester need a 24-hour contact?

Yes, in municipalities that regulate STRs. Peekskill, Ossining, and others commonly require hosts to provide a local 24-hour contact and be financially responsible for guest nuisance complaints.

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Westchester County, NY Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)

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