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

No. The application calls for the owner’s signature and date, but does not require notarization or mention a sworn or notarized attachment.

Who needs a short-term rental permit in Newstead?

Owners must obtain a permit before allowing a dwelling unit to be occupied or rented as a short-term rental for more than 30 days in a year.

Does the application cover renewals?

Yes. The form has boxes for new registration and renewal, and the town code says renewal applications are required for permits.

Newstead, NY · Erie County

No notary required

Short-Term Rental Registration

Owners use this application to register or renew a short-term rental unit with the Town of Newstead Building Department.

What this form is

This application requests a permit to operate a short-term rental and is used for an initial registration or renewal. The town requires owners to obtain a permit before renting a dwelling unit for more than 30 days in a year. It asks for the property address, owner and contact details, and the owner’s signature and date; the form also includes fee and inspection fields.

Who needs it

Owners who rent out a dwelling unit for more than 30 days in a year must obtain a short-term rental permit from the town.

How to submit it

Submit the application to the Town of Newstead Building Department at 5 Clarence Center Road, Akron, NY 14001.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; it does not mention a sworn or notarized attachment or related step.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Short-Term Rental Registration PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Select initial registration or renewal and provide the property, owner, and contact information requested.
3
Sign And Date
The owner signs and dates the application.
4
Submit To The Building Department
Submit the application to the Town of Newstead Building Department at the address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Short-Term Rental Registration?: No. The application calls for the owner’s signature and date, but does not require notarization or mention a sworn or notarized attachment.
How do I submit the Short-Term Rental Registration?: Submit the application to the Town of Newstead Building Department at 5 Clarence Center Road, Akron, NY 14001.
Who needs a short-term rental permit in Newstead?: Owners must obtain a permit before allowing a dwelling unit to be occupied or rented as a short-term rental for more than 30 days in a year.
Does the application cover renewals?: Yes. The form has boxes for new registration and renewal, and the town code says renewal applications are required for permits.

Need something notarized?

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