Verified against official sources
Suffolk County does not have a centralized short-term rental ordinance or permit system. Instead, STR regulations, zoning, and licensing are managed by the individual Towns within the county. The County exclusively manages the collection of a 5.5% Hotel/Motel Tax, which applies to all rentals under 30 days.
Score: 0 (restrictive)
To host an Airbnb in unincorporated Suffolk County, you first need to ignore the county and look at your specific Town's rules. While the County collects a 5.5% tax on your bookings (usually handled by Airbnb), they don't issue the permits. You must check with your Town (like Islip, Brookhaven, or Southampton) to see if you need a rental permit, as many areas in Suffolk County have very strict and expensive registration requirements.
Permit Required
No
Night Limit
None
Primary Residence
Not Required
Total Tax Rate
0.1%
Disclaimer
Regulatory information is AI-researched 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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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 and verified by Learn STR by GoStudioM