🎯 STRisker: Bulletin - Irondequoit, NY
Irondequoit Responds to Community with New STR Regulations Starting Oct. 14
Irondequoit Rolls Out New STR Code After Community Survey
Irondequoit has officially joined the list of towns putting guardrails around short-term rentals, announcing a brand-new code that takes effect on October 14. For locals who weighed in during last year’s survey, this move feels like a direct response to the community’s call for clear rules.
Here’s the headline change: anyone who wants to operate a short-term rental (STR) in Irondequoit will now need to apply for a permit. If approved, that permit isn’t just a one-time pass — it’s valid for two full years. This adds predictability for hosts while giving the town a structured way to keep tabs on how rentals are being managed.
The code’s rollout follows a November 2024 survey where residents were asked to share their thoughts on STRs. Concerns raised in that survey ranged from neighborhood impacts and safety to the balance between tourism benefits and housing availability. Town leaders say this new system is about answering those concerns with real, enforceable policy.
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Applications for permits open as early as next week, giving property owners some time to get their paperwork in order before the October 14 launch. Town officials made it clear: no permit, no rental.
Irondequoit isn’t alone in this journey. Just down the road, the Village of Pittsford passed its own legislation earlier this year limiting short-term rentals. Across Greater Rochester, local governments are steadily stepping in to shape how STRs fit into their communities.
For residents, the new code signals balance. The town recognizes that STRs can bring in tourism and income for homeowners, but without guardrails, they can also create headaches for neighbors. By requiring permits and setting a two-year limit, Irondequoit is aiming for a middle ground — allowing rentals to exist while ensuring accountability.
Looking ahead, the town will have the chance to revisit these rules every two years as permits expire. That means the conversation about STRs is far from over, but for now, Irondequoit renters and residents alike finally have some clarity.
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