Shelter Island, NY · Suffolk County
Rental License or Rental Registry Form
Shelter Island property owners use this form to register a long-term rental, renew a commercial vacation rental license, or request a homesteaders hardship exemption.
What this form is
The form lets owners register a rental, renew a commercial vacation rental license, or certify that they will rent only their primary residence under the homesteaders hardship exemption. It asks for owner and property contact details, the rental address, and the number of bedrooms. The form states that a safety inspection is required for a permit or license; hardship applicants must attach proof of STAR Exemption and a redacted copy of their latest federal tax return.
Who needs it
Shelter Island property owners registering a long-term rental, renewing a commercial vacation rental license, or seeking the homesteaders hardship exemption need this form.
How to submit it
After filling out the form, save it to your computer and email it to [email protected]. The form lists a $150 fee for a commercial vacation rental license.
About notarization
No notary is required; complete the form and its certifications, and attach the listed STAR Exemption proof and redacted tax return if requesting the hardship exemption.
How to submit this form
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Download the Form
Download the Rental License or Rental Registry Form.
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Complete the Form
Fill in the owner, property, and contact details and complete the applicable rental certification.
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Gather Attachments
For a homesteaders hardship exemption, attach proof of STAR Exemption and a redacted copy of your latest federal tax return.
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Email the Form
Save the completed form to your computer and email it to [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Rental License or Rental Registry Form?
- No. The form does not require notarization. Complete its certifications; hardship exemption applicants must attach proof of STAR Exemption and a redacted latest federal tax return.
- How do I submit the Rental License or Rental Registry Form?
- After filling it out, save the form to your computer and email it to [email protected].
- What attachments are required for a homesteaders hardship exemption?
- Attach proof of STAR Exemption and a redacted copy of your latest federal tax return.
- What information does the rental form request?
- It requests owner and contact information, the rental street address, on-island contact information, and the number of bedrooms.
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This Rental License or Rental Registry Form doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Shelter Island form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.