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Suffolk County, NY Short-Term Rentals: Registration Rules (2026)

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Key Facts

Term: 2 years typical
Fee: 200-500 dollars
Inspection: Required
Advertising: Must include registry number
Fine: Up to 15,000 dollars

City-specific rules exist: Babylon, Islip, and Huntington have their own registration rules rules that differ from Suffolk County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Summary

Suffolk County towns require STR registration with town code enforcement. East Hampton, Southampton, Southold, Shelter Island, Brookhaven and Riverhead all maintain rental registries. Platforms must verify registration numbers in several towns. Typical validity 2 years, fee 200-500 dollars.

Full Breakdown

East Hampton Rental Registry (Code Chapter 199) assigns a unique Rental Registry Number that must appear in all advertisements; valid 2 years, 250 dollars fee, property inspection required (smoke/CO detectors, egress, electrical). Southampton Rental Permit (Chapter 270) requires inspection, parking plan, affidavit of compliance; 2-year term. Southold Rental Permit (Chapter 207) requires fire/safety inspection. Brookhaven Rental Property Registration (Chapter 82) requires annual registration for all rentals. Advertising without a registry number is an independent violation. Platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo) have begun delisting non-registered Hamptons properties following town enforcement actions.

Violations & Fines

Advertising without registry number: up to 8,000 dollars per ad in Southampton. Operating unregistered: 1,500-15,000 dollars. False registration info: permit revocation and criminal referral.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Suffolk County permit to list my property on Airbnb?

Suffolk County does not issue a short-term rental permit. However, you must register with the county for the 5.5% occupancy tax within 10 days of your first rental. You also must comply with whatever short-term rental rules your specific town or village has enacted, which may require a separate local permit or may prohibit short-term rentals entirely.

How much is the Suffolk County short-term rental tax?

The Suffolk County Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax is 5.5% of the per-diem rental rate for stays of fewer than 30 days. This is in addition to New York State sales tax (currently 8.625% combined state and local rate in Suffolk County). Operators must collect both taxes from guests.

Which Suffolk County towns allow short-term rentals?

Rules vary dramatically by town. East Hampton allows short-term rentals with registration but caps them at 15 days per year. Southold requires minimum 14-night stays. Brookhaven effectively bans rentals under 28 days for most properties. Islip prohibits short-term rentals in unincorporated areas. Always check your specific town code before listing a property.

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Suffolk County, NY Short-Term Rentals: Registration Rules (2026)

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