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Short-term rentals, commonly referred to as STRs, in Buffalo County, New York, are legal but subject to specific regulations. The City of Buffalo allows only one- and two-family homes to operate as STRs, while apartments and other property types are not permitted for this purpose. Rentals must be licensed through the City’s Department of Permits and Inspection Services, with an annual fee and zoning regulations needing to be adhered to. The market is primarily driven by tourism, catering to visitors seeking temporary accommodations via platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO, particularly in urban areas of Buffalo that flood with tourists, especially during events and festivals. While urban settings like downtown Buffalo attract short-term rentals, rural properties, such as cabins, also provide opportunities, albeit with different market dynamics. The regulatory landscape is overseen by the City of Buffalo’s Common Council, where compliance ensures a balance between residential integrity and entrepreneurial activity in short-term rental services. For more detailed information on regulations and licensing, you can visit the official City of Buffalo website at https://www.buffalony.gov/1696/Short-Term-Rental-Dwelling-Code-and-Appl.
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