Scotia, New York

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Schenectady County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Tax: 5%
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Schenectady County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5%

Official Sources

schenectadycountyny.gov/finance/occupancy-tax
Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Scotia, New York

Scotia, New York has no separate city ordinance, so Schenectady County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Scotia?

Short-term rentals in Scotia are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5%.

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

These details are verified against Scotia'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 Scotia, Schenectady County, or New York authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.