Amherst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 43 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 43-10
Transferability of License
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Licenses issued hereunder are not transferable.
Under Amherst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 43 § 43-10, a rental license issued to one property owner or operator cannot be passed along to another party. If ownership or management of a licensed rental property changes hands, the existing license does not carry over to the new responsible party. Each licensee must hold their own independently obtained license.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 43-10, a compliant operator understands that any rental license they hold is personal to them and cannot be assigned or transferred to a buyer, new owner, or successor manager. When a property changes ownership or management, the incoming party typically obtains their own license before operating the rental. Operators generally track pending ownership transitions to ensure no lapse in proper licensure occurs.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 43-10 establishes that rental licenses in Amherst, N.Y. are non-transferable, meaning a new owner or manager of your rental unit cannot simply rely on the prior owner's license. If a property changes hands and tenants have reason to believe the new operator is unlicensed, that concern can generally be raised with the appropriate local licensing or code enforcement authority in Amherst. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Amherst's rental regulations can help explain what options may be available when a licensing question arises.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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