Important overview: Short-term rentals are allowed in Hudson, New York, but only under very specific owner-occupancy conditions and with strict limits. The city’s rules (Local Law No. 7 of 2020) permit STRs if you are a Hudson resident and operate up to three units on the parcel where you live, or if you own the property and reside there at least 50 days per year and rent it for no more than 60 days annually. Absentee, non‑owner‑occupied STRs are not allowed. These rules sit alongside New York State law and local tax obligations.

Allowed STR Arrangements in Hudson (Owner‑Occupancy Framework)

• Up to 3 STR units on the same parcel for a Hudson resident (owner or majority-interest holder).
• Owner non‑resident: permitted if the owner lives in the dwelling at least 50 days per year and rents it for no more than 60 days per calendar year.
• Legacy exception (limited): properties that were operating as STRs before March 6, 2020, and paid Hudson lodging tax through May 31, 2020, may continue for a set period (the draft law shows a blank; confirm the final term with the City).
• Above the second floor: only permitted where the floor has a fire sprinkler system or otherwise meets applicable New York State residential occupancy requirements.
• Fire egress notice: each sleeping room must have a posted notice showing egress routes, alarm transmission methods, and evacuation procedures.
• Penalties and cease-and-desist: violations of STR rules, or violations of garbage, noise, or other codes at the parcel, can trigger fines under §325‑33 and a two‑year loss of STR rights.

How to Start an STR Business in Hudson

• Step 1: Confirm eligibility. Your property must meet the owner‑occupancy conditions above, and you must be able to stay within the 60‑day annual limit.
• Step 2: Register and obtain your Certificate of Authority. Complete the City Treasurer’s registration for short‑term lodging facilities (LocalGov platform) during the annual March window; request a Certificate of Authority if you plan to collect/ remit the 4% Hudson lodging tax.
• Step 3: Prepare documentation. Prepare proof of owner occupancy (50+ days), safety compliance evidence, and identification. If you rent above the second floor, secure the required sprinklers or code-compliant construction and a notarized statement affirming compliance.
• Step 4: Set up operations. Implement recordkeeping for rental nights (max 60 days), safety equipment, guest communications, and tax collection.
• Step 5: File and remit taxes. Collect and remit the 4% City lodging tax quarterly, and stay aligned with New York State sales tax obligations (state guidance indicates rents under 90 consecutive days are taxable as hotel occupancy).
• Step 6: Annual renewal. Renew your registration during the March period each year and maintain continuous compliance.

Required Documents, Permits, Licenses, and Guidelines

• Certificate of Authority (City of Hudson Treasurer): required to legally collect/remit the 4% lodging tax; display at the property.
• Annual registration: complete the City’s short‑term lodging facility registration (LocalGov) during the March registration window.
• Owner‑occupancy proof: documents showing you live in the property at least 50 days annually (e.g., driver’s license, utility bills, notarized affidavit).
• Safety compliance:
  • Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, posted egress notices in each sleeping room.
  • Units above the second floor: fire sprinkler system or equivalent compliance; notarized statement may be required.
  • Multi‑dwelling buildings: inspection and Certificate of Compliance under NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (valid up to three years); Tenant’s Fire Prevention Bill of Rights if applicable.
• Property records: address, zoning, identification; prior-year rented nights or next-year projected nights; contact information.
• State registration: prepare for the New York State STR registry (effective 2025) for all hosts.

City, County, and State Regulations (Hudson Focus)

City of Hudson (Local Law No. 7 of 2020)

• Allowed only via owner-occupancy:
  • Residents may operate up to three STR units on their parcel.
  • Owners living at the property 50+ days/year may rent up to 60 days/year.
• Legacy properties (pre‑Mar 6, 2020 and paid lodging tax through May 31, 2020) may continue for a defined period (confirm duration with the City).
• Building safety:
  • STRs above the second floor require sprinklers/code-compliant construction.
  • Posted fire egress notices in sleeping rooms.
• Compliance enforcement:
  • Violations can trigger fines under §325‑33; continued violations may result in a two‑year STR suspension at the parcel.
• Taxes:
  • City lodging tax: 4% of room rent and ancillary charges (cleaning, linen, key fees).
  • Filing: Quarterly periods ending in February, May, August, and November; payment due within one month after each period.

New York State (Applicable Statewide)

• Sales tax and hotel occupancy tax: short‑term rentals (generally under 90 consecutive days) are subject to state sales tax and local hotel occupancy taxes; Hudson operators must register and comply.
• Multiple Dwelling Law: in larger municipalities, the MDL governs rentals in Class A vs. Class B multiple dwellings; owners should confirm applicability to their property.
• 2025 Statewide STR registry: effective 2025, all STR hosts must register, platforms must verify registry numbers, and hosts/platforms must collect and remit applicable taxes and data.

Taxes and Filing (Hudson STR Tax Obligations)

• City lodging tax: 4% of total charges (room rent plus ancillary fees).
• Filing frequency: Quarterly.
• Due date: Within one month after the end of each quarter.
• State sales tax: Applies to STR occupancy under state guidance; register and remit accordingly.
• Recordkeeping: Track total rented nights to ensure you remain within the 60‑day annual limit; maintain receipts and tax remittance records.

Enforcement and Penalties

• Dedicated inspections and monitoring: the City monitors online platforms and verifies tax filings.
• Fines: violations are punishable under §325‑33; penalties escalate for repeat offenses.
• STR rights suspension: violations of garbage, noise, or other codes at the parcel can trigger a two‑year cessation of STR rights.
• Legal action: the City may pursue enforcement through Corporation Counsel for unpaid taxes and penalties.

Contact Information (Hudson, NY STR Authorities)

• City Treasurer (lodging tax, registration, Certificate of Authority):
  • Phone: (518) 828‑0212
  • Email: taxinfo@cityofhudson.org
  • Address: 520 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534
• Code Enforcement (building safety, inspections):
  • Phone: (518) 828‑3133
  • Email: hudsonceo@cityofhudson.org
• City Clerk (general ordinances, permits):
  • Phone: (518) 828‑1030
  • Email: cityclerk@cityofhudson.org
• Zoning Board of Appeals (variances, zoning questions):
  • Phone: (518) 828‑1030
• LocalGov (registration platform support):
  • Phone: 877‑842‑3037
  • Email: service@localgov.org
• City general line:
  • Phone: (518) 828‑1030

Source Links

• Hudson, NY – Short Term Rental Regulations (City News/Overview):
  • www.hudsonny.gov/news_detail_T10_R280.php
• Local Law No. ___ of 2020 (Short‑Term Rental Law, amendments to Chapter 325):
  • cms3.revize.com/revize/hudsonny/Common%20Council/Agendas%20Meeting%20Documents/2020/September/Local%20Law%20No%20STR%20draft%209-4-20.pdf
• City Code and Charter (for zoning, definitions, and fines):
  • ecode360.com/HU0410
• The Offer Sheet – Hudson STR overview and tax filing guidance:
  • local.theoffersheet.com/legal/hudson-ny/
• Home Sweet Hudson – regional STR resource context (Hudson Valley):
  • homesweethudson.com/str-regulation-resources/
• Alluvion Vacations – New York STR regulations overview (state and regional):
  • www.alluvionvacations.com/str-regulations
• Summer – New York State STR laws overview (definitions, taxes, Multiple Dwelling Law):
  • www.gosummer.com/post/new-york-short-term-rental-law

Note on timing: Some sources refer to a 2025 New York State registry for STRs. Check the State’s official website or the City Treasurer’s office for current registration details and filing requirements.