Olean, New York

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cattaraugus County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150 application/review fee plus $60 annual inspection fee
Renewalannually
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than one month
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Referred to Zoning Board for R1, R2, R3 districts; not permitted without prior Zoning Board approval

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Olean, New York

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Olean, New York are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150 application/review fee pl).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Olean, New York?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Olean, New York.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Olean?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $150 application/review fee pl.

Where do these Olean short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Olean's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Olean, Cattaraugus County, or New York authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.