When deciding whether to become an Airbnb host, it is important for you to understand the laws in your region or city. As a platform and online marketplace we do not provide legal advice, but we want to provide resources that may help you better understand applicable laws and regulations. This list is not exhaustive, but it may give you a good start in understanding your local laws. If you have questions, visit the short-term rental homepage or other government agencies directly, or consult a local lawyer or tax professional.
The City only issues short-term rental permits for a property that is the primary residence of the host. If eligible, hosts in Ithaca are required to obtain a permit to host short-term stays (fewer than 30 days) starting on June 1, 2025. You can view the City’s short-term rental ordinance here.
Hosts are required to renew their license annually in Ithaca.
The City of Ithaca imposes a Hotel Room Occupancy Tax that must be collected by all operators. As of the date of this writing, the tax is at a rate of 5%. Visit the City’s tax website for more information, including instructions for registering and filing.
It's also important to understand and abide by other contracts or rules that bind you, such as leases, condo board or co-op rules, HOA rules, or rules established by tenant organizations. Please read your lease agreement and check with your landlord if applicable.
We are committed to working with local officials to clarify how local rules impact the community. We will continue to advocate for changes that will enable people to rent out their homes.
Airbnb isn’t responsible for the reliability or correctness of the information contained in any links to third party sites (including any links to legislation and regulations).