Do I need a notary for the Short-Term Rental Permit Application?

No. The application has a property owner signature and date line, but no notary block. Applicants certify that attached documents are true and accurate copies; no notarized attachment is specified.

What documents must accompany the application?

The form lists a floor plan, a parking diagram or image, a diagram showing the size and location of the septic system and well, proof of ownership, and evidence of property and liability insurance.

How long is a short-term rental permit valid?

The application states that short-term rental permits are valid for two years from the date of issuance. It also says a satisfactory inspection is required before issuance and renewal.

Stanford, NY · Dutchess County

No notary required

Short-Term Rental Permit Application

Property owners seeking to operate or renew a short-term rental in the Town of Stanford use this application to request a permit.

What this form is

The Town of Stanford requires a permit to operate a short-term rental, defined on the form as lodging rented for compensation for no more than 30 consecutive days. Applicants submit the completed application with a checklist, supporting documents, and the required fee. The form requests property, owner, and local contact details, and says a satisfactory inspection is required before issuance or renewal.

Who needs it

Property owners seeking a new or renewed permit to operate a short-term rental in the Town of Stanford need to submit this application.

How to submit it

Mail or hand-deliver the application and supporting documents to the Town of Stanford Code Enforcement Officer, 26 Town Hall Road / PO Box 436, Stanfordville, NY 12581. The form lists a $500 fee payable to the Town of Stanford.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant certifies attached documents are true and accurate copies, but no notarized attachment is specified.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Town of Stanford Short-Term Rental Permit Application.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the property address, tax grid number, rental area, owner details, local contact information if applicable, and the owner's signature and date.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Attach the required floor plan, parking and septic-and-well diagrams, ownership evidence, insurance documents, and checklist.
4
Submit To The Town
Mail or hand-deliver the application and attachments to the Town of Stanford Code Enforcement Officer with the $500 fee payable to the Town.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Short-Term Rental Permit Application?: No. The application has a property owner signature and date line, but no notary block. Applicants certify that attached documents are true and accurate copies; no notarized attachment is specified.
How do I submit the Short-Term Rental Permit Application?: Mail or hand-deliver the completed application and supporting documents to the Town of Stanford Code Enforcement Officer at 26 Town Hall Road / PO Box 436, Stanfordville, NY 12581. The form lists a $500 fee.
What documents must accompany the application?: The form lists a floor plan, a parking diagram or image, a diagram showing the size and location of the septic system and well, proof of ownership, and evidence of property and liability insurance.
How long is a short-term rental permit valid?: The application states that short-term rental permits are valid for two years from the date of issuance. It also says a satisfactory inspection is required before issuance and renewal.

Need something notarized?

This Short-Term Rental Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Stanford form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.