Short-term rental permit rules in Union County, NJ — also called Airbnb permits, vacation rental licenses, or STR registration — list the application steps, fees, and operating requirements for hosting.
Union County has no county-level STR ordinance. Short-term rental regulation is handled by individual municipalities. NJ does not have statewide STR permit requirements; each municipality decides its own licensing rules.
Union County regulates short-term rentals (stays under 90 days for NJ tax purposes) through local registration or licensing programs where adopted. Hosts must comply with local fire, safety, and occupancy requirements. Smoke detectors, CO detectors, and fire extinguishers typically required. NJ shore municipalities often require annual rental licenses with safety inspections. Maximum occupancy limits apply, often based on bedroom count and bathroom count.
Operating without required license: $100 to $2,000/day. Safety violations: immediate suspension. Tax non-remittance: back taxes + penalties.
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