Step 1
Register with Division of Rent Leveling
Submit an annual Property Registration Form to the Rent Leveling Office to register your dwelling unit.
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Documents needed
- Property Registration Form
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Short-term rentals in Paterson are restricted to owner-occupied primary residences where the owner is physically present during the stay.
To host a short-term rental in Paterson, the property must be your primary home and you must be present on-site while guests are there. Unattended or unhosted rentals are prohibited in specific residential areas, and all operators must obtain a mercantile license and a certificate of re-rental approval.
Step-by-step guide for Paterson
Submit an annual Property Registration Form to the Rent Leveling Office to register your dwelling unit.
Apply for a Mercantile License through the Division of Consumer Affairs (Department of Health and Human Services).
Schedule a physical inspection of the unit with the Division of Community Improvements to ensure compliance with housing standards.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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