In a historically quiet lakeside community in Upstate New York, a neighborhood faced constant disruption from loud parties at short term rental properties. When the Town revoked the offending short term rental permits based on alleged Town Code violations, the host appealed the permit revocation to the local Zoning Board of Appeals.
Neighborhood property owners — united by a common interest in ensuring compliance with the Town Code in order to protect the character, integrity, and peacefulness of their community — joined together and hired The Zoghlin Group to oppose the appeal and support the Town’s revocation of the offending short term rental permits.
The Zoghlin Group stepped in to advocate on behalf of the affected residents before the Zoning Board of Appeals. We argued that the short-term rental properties were not in compliance with the Town Code, supporting the Code Enforcement Officer’s decision to revoke and not renew the permits. We participated in multiple ZBA meetings, public hearings, and made detailed attorney submissions, presenting a strong case for upholding the Code Enforcement Officer’s decisions.
After careful consideration, the ZBA agreed with our arguments, affirming the Town’s revocation and non-renewal of the short-term rental permits. This decision resulted in the immediate revocation of at least five short-term rental permits and barred the noncompliant property owners from reapplying for such permits.
The Zoghlin Group’s successful representation in this case highlights how an experienced zoning and land use lawyer can address the adverse impacts of short-term rental properties or other uses. By ensuring compliance with local codes and regulations, we can help restore peace and normalcy for affected residents. The revocation of these permits means that our clients can once again enjoy their properties and homes without interference from transient guests.
If you are facing similar issues in your community, The Zoghlin Group’s team of experienced zoning and land use lawyers can help restore balance, peace, and code compliance to your community, too.
