Step 1
Verify Certificate of Occupancy
Confirm with the Town Building Department that a valid Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is on file for the property.
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Short-term rentals in Montauk are governed by the Town of East Hampton, requiring mandatory registration and strictly limiting stays under 14 days to twice per six-month period.
All rental properties must be registered with the Town of East Hampton to receive a Rental Registry Number, which must be displayed in all advertisements. The most restrictive rule is the 'Two-Stay Rule,' which permits only two rentals of less than 14 days within any six-month period. Stays of 14 days or longer are not limited by this quota but still require valid registration.
Step-by-step guide for Montauk
Confirm with the Town Building Department that a valid Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is on file for the property.
Perform a safety check of the property using the Town's Checklist. The form must be signed and notarized by the owner or a licensed professional.
Submit the notarized application, the self-inspection checklist, a copy of the deed, and the CO to the Building Department.
Once the number is issued, it must be included in all online and print advertisements for the property.
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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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