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Brooklyn (New York City)

Prohibited
New YorkUpdated Apr 1, 2026
Gold-standard verification1% sourced

Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.

Verified Jan 30, 2026Sources 3

Summary

Plain-english overview

Brooklyn follows New York City's strict Short-Term Rental Registration Law (Local Law 18), which prohibits renting out an entire apartment for less than 30 days. Hosts must be primary residents, remain present during the stay, and limit guests to two people total.

Restriction level

Severity 100
Classification
Prohibited
100
Severity

Why this classification

  • Primary residence required
  • Host presence required (hosted-only)
  • Standard permit fee: $160
  • Limited to 1 property per owner
  • Permit required
  • Reporting required
  • No night cap
  • Tenants can host

In plain English

What this means for you

If you're thinking about renting out your place in Brooklyn on sites like Airbnb for short periods, there are some things you need to know. You can't rent out your entire apartment or house for less than 30 days, even if you own it. You can only rent a room if you're staying there too, and you can only have up to two guests at a time. Make sure to register your rental with the city to avoid penalties, and be aware that buildings can be put on a prohibited list if STRs are not allowed.

At a glance

Key numbers
Permit requiredYes
Night limitNone
Primary residenceRequired
Total tax rate0.1%
Permit fee$160
Processing time30-90 days

Regulation details

Sourced from official code
Eligibility9 rules
  • Brooklyn (New York City) requires the host to be present during STR stays (hosted rentals only).
  • Brooklyn (New York City) prohibits STRs in the following property types: NYCHA (Public Housing), Rent-stabilized units, Buildings on the Prohibited Buildings List.
Requirements6 rules
  • Brooklyn (New York City), NY has different permit classes: Standard Host Registration. Hosted vs. unhosted rentals have different requirements.
  • Brooklyn (New York City) does not require liability insurance for STR hosts, but it is strongly recommended.
Application process2 rules
  • Brooklyn (New York City), NY: To apply for an STR permit, you'll need: Proof of identity, Lease or deed, Diagram of the unit showing exits, Proof of primary residency.
Fees & costs1 rule
  • Brooklyn (New York City) charges a registration fee of $160 (biennial).
Taxes2 rules
  • Brooklyn (New York City) charges a Hotel Room Occupancy Tax of 5.875%. This applies to stays under 30 days. Platforms like Airbnb collect and remit this tax. Note: Airbnb and VRBO remit the NYC Hotel Room Occupancy Tax and Sales Tax.
  • New York has a state sales tax of 4% that applies to STR rentals.
Limits & restrictions5 rules
  • Brooklyn (New York City) limits stays to a maximum of 29 nights.
  • Brooklyn (New York City), NY occupancy calculation: Maximum of two paying guests total, regardless of unit size.. Count your bedrooms to determine your max guest limit.
  • Brooklyn (New York City) enforces quiet hours: 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM (standard NYC noise code).
Safety requirements1 rule
  • Brooklyn (New York City) requires the following safety measures for STRs: smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher, posted maximum occupancy, posted emergency contact, Unobstructed access to all exits, No internal locks on bedroom doors.
Penalties3 rules
  • Brooklyn (New York City), NY: Operating an STR in a rent-controlled unit can result in permit denial and fines. STRs are strictly prohibited in rent-regulated or rent-stabilized units.
  • Brooklyn (New York City), NY: Repeated violations can result in permanent permit revocation. You would lose the ability to operate any STR.
Exemptions2 rules
  • Brooklyn (New York City), NY: Rentals of 30+ days are generally NOT considered short-term rentals and may be exempt from STR regulations (but may have other requirements).
  • Brooklyn (New York City) exempts the following from STR regulations: long-term rentals (30+ days), extended stays, Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts registered before 2022 (some cases).

Frequently asked questions

5 answered

Disclaimer

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.

Researched & verified by Learn STR at GoStudioM

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