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Town of Elmira, NY local landlord rules

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Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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Rental licensing / registrationIn the Town of Elmira, a landlord needs a registration from the municipality before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 170-4).

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Rental licensing / registration

In the Town of Elmira, a landlord needs a registration from the municipality before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 170-4). Code text: "In addition to any registry requirements pursuant to the state's multiple residence law , no person shall allow to be occupied, or rent to another for occupancy, any dwelling unit unless the owner."

Verified Source: Town of Elmira Code, "ch. 170: Rental Housing Registration", § 170-4 · last checked 2026-10-16

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