Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Chemung County, NY

Chemung County requires all lodging operators to register for a 4% occupancy tax. In the City of Elmira, all rental units must be registered within 90 days of operation and may require a probationary certification involving inspections and surety. State sanitary codes for 'temporary residences' also apply to hotels and motels.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Chemung County. 1) Complete the Chemung County Certificate of Registration form and submit it to the County Treasurer to obtain a Certificate of Authority for occupancy tax. 2) In the City of Elmira, file the Rental Housing Registration Form with Code Enforcement within 90 days of operation and pay the $125 fee; if applicable, apply for probationary certification ($1,000 fee) and pass fire/code inspections.

1) Complete the Chemung County Certificate of Registration form and submit it to the County Treasurer to obtain a Certificate of Authority for occupancy tax. 2) In the City of Elmira, file the Rental Housing Registration Form with Code Enforcement within 90 days of operation and pay the $125 fee; if applicable, apply for probationary certification ($1,000 fee) and pass fire/code inspections.