Short-term rental accomodation

Short-term rental accommodation (STRA) is accommodation in residential homes that is made available to others on a commercial basis for a temporary or short-term period. STRA is often facilitated through online booking platforms such as Stayz, Airbnb or Booking.com.

If you plan to use any part of your dwelling for short term rental, you must now: 

• ensure your dwelling has been lawfully constructed 

• make sure it meets the fire safety standards 

• register it on the NSW STRA Register (see below) 

• make sure you abide by the new Code of Conduct 

• take note of any restrictions on the number of days it can be rented each year, and make sure you do not allow it to be rented out for more days that are allowed. 

There are penalties for not complying with the new rules, including fines for failing to comply with the fire safety standards or enforcement proceedings by the local council.