Saratoga Springs, NY Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Occupancy basis
- Septic tank/leach field capacity
- Governing law
- City Code Ch. 136A
- Effective
- June 1, 2025
- Certified by
- Notarized owner affidavit
- Licensing agency
- Accounts Department
Summary
Saratoga Springs sets no flat guest cap for short-term rentals. Under Chapter 136A, maximum occupancy is limited to the number of occupants the property's septic tank and leach or absorption area can serve, certified by notarized affidavit.
[7] The maximum occupancy of the short-term rental unit shall be limited by the number of occupants allowed for the size of the septic tank and leach or absorption area. ... [1] A statement that the number of occupants within the short-term rental property meets the standards set forth herein.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4856340; v41 updated 2026-04-07; through 04-07-2026).
Full Breakdown
Chapter 136A took effect June 1, 2025. Rather than a fixed persons-per-bedroom number, § 136A-5A(3)(a)[7] ties a short-term rental's maximum occupancy to the capacity of its septic tank and leach or absorption area. The owner must file a notarized affidavit certifying that the number of occupants meets that standard and that posted parking notices keep vehicles off the septic field. The Saratoga Springs Accounts Department issues the license; the Fire Department must pass the property on inspection before approval and annually thereafter. Code Enforcement Officers may inspect for compliance with the owner's or property contact's consent.
Violations & Fines
A false or outdated occupancy certification, or occupancy exceeding septic capacity, is grounds for the Accounts Department to deny or revoke the short-term rental license; owners must promptly file a corrected affidavit when circumstances change.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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