Watkins Glen, New York
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Schuyler County
Prohibited
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- Moratorium on all new STR approvals in effect for 3 months from effective date of Local Law No. 4 of 2021, or until lifted by Village Board resolution
Official Sources
Data confidence: 82%Last updated: June 10, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Watkins Glen, New York
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Watkins Glen, New York are prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Watkins Glen, New York?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are prohibited in Watkins Glen, New York.
Where do these Watkins Glen short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Watkins Glen'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 Watkins Glen, Schuyler County, or New York authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.