Dunkirk, NY · Chautauqua County

No notary required

Short-Term Rental Permit Application

Property owners or their authorized agents use this application to request or renew a Town of Dunkirk short-term rental permit.

What this form is

The application requests a permit for a proposed short-term rental and includes options for first-time applications, renewals, and re-inspections. Applicants provide property, owner, and contact information, sign required commitments, and include a plot diagram and certified floor plans. The form says an approved permit is valid for one year and directs applicants to review the Town’s local law.

Who needs it

Property owners or their designated agents seeking a short-term rental permit or renewal in the Town of Dunkirk must complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit the signed application, applicable fee, and required materials to the Code Enforcement Officer, Town of Dunkirk, 4737 Willow Rd, Dunkirk, NY 14048. The form lists fees of $500 for a first-time application and $150 for renewal or re-inspection.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; applicants also sign and date the attestation accompanying the plot diagram and floor plans.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Town of Dunkirk Short-Term Rental Permit Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete And Sign The Form

    Fill in all required portions and obtain signatures and dates from all owners or their designated agents.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Attachments

    Include a plot diagram and certified floor plans for each occupiable level, with the required signed drawing attestation.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Town

    Send the signed application, applicable fee, and attachments to the Code Enforcement Officer at the address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Short-Term Rental Permit Application?
No. The application does not require a notary; applicants sign and date the form and the attestation accompanying the plot diagram and floor plans.
How do I submit the Short-Term Rental Permit Application?
Send the signed application, applicable fee, plot diagram, and required floor plans to the Code Enforcement Officer at 4737 Willow Rd, Dunkirk, NY 14048.
What attachments does the application require?
Include a plot diagram and an accurate, suitable floor plan for each occupiable level. The form says the drawings must be complete, accurate, and signed by the applicant.
How long is an approved permit valid?
The application states that an approved short-term rental permit is valid for one year.

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