New York City vs Salt Lake City
New York Effectively Banned | Utah Effectively Banned
Disclaimer: General information only — not legal advice. Verify with your local government.
| Requirement | New York City, New York | Salt Lake City, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Legality Status | Effectively Banned | Effectively Banned |
| Permit Fee | $145 registration fee (OSE) | Contact city for current details |
| Tax Rate | 5.875% hotel room occupancy tax + state/city sales tax | ~12.17% combined (state + local sales + county TRT + municipal TRT) |
| Annual Day Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Renewal Interval | Every 2 years | Annual |
| Platform Remits Taxes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Fine Example | $5,000 first offense; up to $7,500 for subsequent violations | Contact city for current details; violations may incur daily fines |
| Verdict | Both cities have comparable STR regulatory environments. | |
New York City, New York
Status Effectively Banned
Permit Fee $145 registration fee (OSE)
Tax Rate 5.875% hotel room occupancy tax + state/city sales tax
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Every 2 years
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine $5,000 first offense; up to $7,500 for subsequent violations
Salt Lake City, Utah
Status Effectively Banned
Permit Fee Contact city for current details
Tax Rate ~12.17% combined (state + local sales + county TRT + municipal TRT)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine Contact city for current details; violations may incur daily fines
Both cities have comparable STR regulatory environments.
New York City Overview
Local Law 18 (2023) requires hosts to register with OSE, be present during stays, and limits guests to 2. Entire-apartment rentals under 30 days are effectively banned. Only hosted stays with the owner present are permitted.
Full New York City guide →Salt Lake City Overview
Traditional STRs (Airbnb-style) are prohibited in all residential zones. Short-term lodging is only permitted in downtown and mixed-use zoning districts, where operators must meet hotel/motel-class licensing and building standards.
Full Salt Lake City guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Is it easier to Airbnb in New York City or Salt Lake City?
New York City is classified as "Effectively Banned" while Salt Lake City is "Effectively Banned." New York City's permit fee is $145 registration fee (OSE) compared to Contact city for current details in Salt Lake City.
Which city has higher STR taxes — New York City or Salt Lake City?
New York City charges 5.875% hotel room occupancy tax + state/city sales tax, while Salt Lake City charges ~12.17% combined (state + local sales + county TRT + municipal TRT). Compare the full breakdown in the table above.
Which city has stricter fines for illegal short-term rentals?
New York City: $5,000 first offense; up to $7,500 for subsequent violations. Salt Lake City: Contact city for current details; violations may incur daily fines.