Buffalo, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 269 § 269-13
Fees (Buffalo Lodging Houses Ordinance)
Operative Text
The license fee for each lodging house license and lodging house agent license shall be as provided in Chapter 175 , Fees.
Section 269-13 of Buffalo's Code of Ordinances establishes that lodging house licenses and lodging house agent licenses carry fees, with the specific dollar amounts set by Chapter 175 (Fees) of the same code. The provision links the licensing requirement to a separate fee schedule rather than stating a fixed amount directly. Any change to the applicable fee would be reflected in Chapter 175, not in this section itself.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of lodging houses in Buffalo, and agents acting on their behalf, are subject to licensing fees governed by § 269-13 in conjunction with Chapter 175, Fees. Compliant operators typically consult the current Chapter 175 fee schedule before submitting a license application or renewal to confirm the exact amount due. Keeping records of fee payments helps demonstrate ongoing compliance with Buffalo's lodging house licensing requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 269-13 establishes that lodging houses in Buffalo must be licensed, with fees set by Chapter 175, which means tenants can look to whether a landlord holds a valid, fee-paid license as a baseline indicator of regulatory compliance. If a lodging house appears to be operating without a proper license, tenants may have grounds to raise that issue with the relevant Buffalo municipal authority or a local tenant-rights organization. Understanding the licensing framework can inform decisions about housing options and potential avenues for addressing concerns about unlicensed operators.
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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