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Buffalo requires all short-term rentals to obtain a license, pass safety inspections, and restricts new non-owner occupied units to commercial and mixed-use zones.
Score: 33 (restrictive)
Hosts must register their rental with the City's Department of Permit and Inspection Services and pay an annual fee ($500 for residents, $1,000 for non-residents). The property must pass an interior and exterior inspection, and non-owner occupied rentals are restricted to commercial zones with a two-night minimum stay.
Permit Required
Yes
Night Limit
None
Primary Residence
Not Required
Total Tax Rate
0.1%
Permit Fee
$500
Processing Time
4-8 weeks
Max Fine
$1,500
Disclaimer
Regulatory information is AI-researched for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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