Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Wayne County, NY

Short-term rentals are regulated at the local/municipal level (towns and villages). In the Town of Wayne, STRs are limited to stays of no more than 31 consecutive days, with an absolute maximum occupancy of 12 persons (may be lower based on septic capacity), required off-road parking per bedroom, required safety equipment (smoke/CO detectors, ABC extinguisher), proof of insurance, on-site posting of permit/occupancy/host contact, and compliance with all NYS and local codes.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Wayne County. 1) Complete and submit the Town of Wayne Short-Term Rental Permit application to the Town Clerk with required attachments (scaled floor plans for each level, plot diagram showing parking, completed safety/self-certification checklist, proof of insurance) and pay the fee (initial $400; renewal $200). 2) Town staff/Code Enforcement review application for compliance with the Short-Term Rental law; if approved a permit is issued (permit valid for 2 years). 3) Maintain on-site permit/signage, local contact availability, and continued compliance; renew per application instructions prior to expiration.

1) Complete and submit the Town of Wayne Short-Term Rental Permit application to the Town Clerk with required attachments (scaled floor plans for each level, plot diagram showing parking, completed safety/self-certification checklist, proof of insurance) and pay the fee (initial $400; renewal $200). 2) Town staff/Code Enforcement review application for compliance with the Short-Term Rental law; if approved a permit is issued (permit valid for 2 years). 3) Maintain on-site permit/signage, local contact availability, and continued compliance; renew per application instructions prior to expiration.