Southampton Instates 14-Day Rental Rule in Bid to Curb Noise and Disruptions

SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — The Village of Southampton has enacted a new regulation, setting a 14-day minimum rental period for homes in the area. The village’s board of trustees passed the amendment with a 4-1 vote, aiming to address increasing community concerns surrounding noise disturbances and weekend parties prevalent among short-term renters. Under the newly adopted rule, property owners can no longer rent their homes for less than two weeks. This change aligns Southampton with neighboring East Hampton’s rental regulations and is intended to reduce disruptions caused by transient weekend guests, a growing issue for residents. … Read more