Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Canandaigua, NY

Airbnb listings are allowed in Canandaigua, NY, but with restrictions. STRs are prohibited in R-1A and R-1B zones. In R-2, R-3, and R-L zones, the unit must be the owner’s primary residence, rented for no more than 60 days per year in increments of at least 2 nights. Units must be registered, periodically inspected, and comply with housing and fire codes. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

STRs are prohibited in R-1A and R-1B zones. In R-2, R-3, and R-L zones, the unit must be the owner’s primary residence, rented for no more than 60 days per year in increments of at least 2 nights. Units must be registered, periodically inspected, and comply with housing and fire codes.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Canandaigua. 1) Submit a Planning Commission Short-Term Rental Application for a Special Use Permit. 2) Register the unit and pass a City Rental Inspection to ensure compliance with housing and fire codes. 3) Upon approval, a temporary 3-year permit is issued, renewable administratively by the Zoning Officer.

1) Submit a Planning Commission Short-Term Rental Application for a Special Use Permit. 2) Register the unit and pass a City Rental Inspection to ensure compliance with housing and fire codes. 3) Upon approval, a temporary 3-year permit is issued, renewable administratively by the Zoning Officer.

Vrbo is permitted in Canandaigua, NY under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Canandaigua are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Canandaigua. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.