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Rules • Home host

Penn Yan, NY

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.

Actions a host needs to take

Step 1

Step 2

  • Review the required documentation and submit it with your application. More info available here

Step 3

  • Once complete, display your license number on all your listing(s) to complete the process

Short-term rental regulations

An STR permit is required for all short-term rental hosts. The City defines an STR as sleeping rooms with a bathroom facility for stays under 30 days.

A STR permit is valid for one year and must be renewed prior to its expiration. STR permits expired for more than three (3) months will pay the initial permit fee when renewing. A short-term permit is not transferable to a new owner.

Additional information

Payment

Permit Fee

  • $500: Owners (51%+) who are residents of the Village of Penn Yan
  • $1,500: Owners (51%+) who are residents of Yates County
  • $2500: Owners, all other

Renewals

You’ll need to renew your license annually before it expires.

Renewal Fee

  • $50: Owners (51%+) who are residents of the Village of Penn Yan.
  • $150: Owners (51%+) who are residents of Yates County
  • $250: Owners, all other

Other contracts and rules

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.

Our commitment to your community

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).

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