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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Skaneateles, NY

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Village of Skaneateles expressly regulates transient accommodations: bed-and-breakfast homestays, hotels and lodging are permitted only with required special-use approvals and licensing. Bed-and-breakfasts must be owner-occupied (owner physically in residence), limited to specified numbers of sleeping rooms (A-2/C: up to 2; D: up to 5) and to seven consecutive-night stays; short-term owner absence limited and requires on-site supervisory management for absences; a village-wide cap limits bed-and-breakfast licenses (no more than eight active B&B licenses). Hotels and lodging require on-site supervisory management, parking and design/site standards, annual inspections, and maintained business-owners insurance.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Obtain applicable special-use permit from the Planning Board (per Village Code §225-40/§225-40A); 2) Submit the Village licensing application to the Code Enforcement Officer with required attachments (site plan/survey, Certificate of Occupancy, evidence of sales/room-occupancy taxes paid, proof of business-owners insurance, required fees: $75 for five or fewer rental units/rooms; $150 for six or more); 3) Planning Board provides recommendation; Code Enforcement Officer issues license (term up to one year); annual inspection and annual evidence of insurance and tax compliance required.

Official Resources

Official Skaneateles STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Skaneateles, NY?
Village of Skaneateles expressly regulates transient accommodations: bed-and-breakfast homestays, hotels and lodging are permitted only with required special-use approvals and licensing. Bed-and-breakfasts must be owner-occupied (owner physically in residence), limited to specified numbers of sleeping rooms (A-2/C: up to 2; D: up to 5) and to seven consecutive-night stays; short-term owner absence limited and requires on-site supervisory management for absences; a village-wide cap limits bed-and-breakfast licenses (no more than eight active B&B licenses). Hotels and lodging require on-site supervisory management, parking and design/site standards, annual inspections, and maintained business-owners insurance.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Skaneateles?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Skaneateles. 1) Obtain applicable special-use permit from the Planning Board (per Village Code §225-40/§225-40A); 2) Submit the Village licensing application to the Code Enforcement Officer with required attachments (site plan/survey, Certificate of Occupancy, evidence of sales/room-occupancy taxes paid, proof of business-owners insurance, required fees: $75 for five or fewer rental units/rooms; $150 for six or more); 3) Planning Board provides recommendation; Code Enforcement Officer issues license (term up to one year); annual inspection and annual evidence of insurance and tax compliance required.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Skaneateles?
1) Obtain applicable special-use permit from the Planning Board (per Village Code §225-40/§225-40A); 2) Submit the Village licensing application to the Code Enforcement Officer with required attachments (site plan/survey, Certificate of Occupancy, evidence of sales/room-occupancy taxes paid, proof of business-owners insurance, required fees: $75 for five or fewer rental units/rooms; $150 for six or more); 3) Planning Board provides recommendation; Code Enforcement Officer issues license (term up to one year); annual inspection and annual evidence of insurance and tax compliance required.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction