Gorham, NY · Ontario County
Short-Term Rental Permit Application
This application lets a property owner apply to the Town of Gorham for a short-term rental permit and certify property details and safety provisions.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The application collects the rental property’s address, ownership and contact information, occupancy and rental period, and details about insurance, water, septic, parking, and safety measures. The owner checks applicable requirements, attaches supporting documents and plans, certifies the information, and agrees to allow inspections. The form requests a $150 application fee and includes a notary acknowledgment for the owner’s sworn statements.
Who needs it
A property owner seeking a Town of Gorham permit to operate a short-term rental must complete the application and provide the requested attachments and fee.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a notary acknowledgment with an oath; the property owner who executes the application signs and swears to its statements before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Town of Gorham Short-Term Rental Permit Application and review its checklist and notary section.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Enter property and owner details, complete applicable items, and gather the supporting documents and plans listed on the form.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the owner's sworn signature.
- 4
Sign on Video
The owner signs and swears to the application during the online notarization session.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the notarized application, attachments, and $150 application fee to the Town of Gorham.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Gorham. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete the Gorham short-term rental permit application?
- Fill in the property and owner details, complete applicable checklist items, attach requested documents and plans, and pay the application fee. The owner signs and swears to the application before a notary, then submits it to the Town.
- Do I need to sign this application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form has a notary acknowledgment with an oath. The property owner who executes the application must sign and swear to its statements before the notary.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this form?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its commissioned notaries under Executive Law §135-c, effective since 2023. Check with the Town if you are unsure whether it will accept a remotely notarized application.
- What documents does the application request?
- The form requests evidence of property insurance, liability insurance showing the premises is rated as a short-term rental, water documentation when applicable, an accurate site or floor plan, and a disposal contract or valid transfer station permit.
- What if I am unsure about a permit requirement?
- Review the application checklist and contact the Town of Gorham with questions; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
Short-Term Rental Permit Application in other New York cities
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