Buffalo, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 § 265-7
Expiration of license (Buffalo Property Managers Ordinance)
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All licenses issued pursuant to this chapter shall expire annually on the 30th day of November. Each new applicant for re-issuance or renewal shall be required to submit a new application in accordance with the requirements set forth in this chapter.
Under Buffalo, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 § 265-7, rental property licenses issued under Chapter 265 have a fixed annual expiration date of November 30. There is no automatic renewal; any operator who wishes to continue holding a valid license must submit a fresh application that meets all current chapter requirements. This rule establishes a uniform, city-wide renewal cycle for covered rental properties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Buffalo, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 § 265-7 sets November 30 as the hard expiration date for all Chapter 265 rental licenses, meaning compliant operators typically track that deadline well in advance and submit a complete new application—not merely a renewal form—before the license lapses. Operating a rental property after the expiration date without a valid license can expose an owner to code-enforcement consequences. Keeping records of prior applications can streamline the re-issuance process each year.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Buffalo, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 § 265-7 requires that landlords hold a currently valid rental license, which expires every November 30 and must be actively renewed. Tenants who believe their landlord may be operating without a valid license after that date can look into filing a complaint with Buffalo's code enforcement office or contacting a local tenant-rights organization to understand what options may be available. An expired or missing license may be relevant information in housing-related proceedings.
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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