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Town of Babylon rental board denies permit for Airbnb listing, approves renewals and sets compliance deadlines
Summary
The Town of Babylon Rental Board denied a permit for a short‑term rental at 145 Washington Street (Deer Park) for operating on Airbnb, approved multiple permit renewals, and set deadlines for property repairs and an eviction-related revocation review.
The Town of Babylon Rental Board denied a rental permit for 145 Washington Street in Deer Park and approved a slate of other renewals while setting deadlines for driveway repairs, debris removal and an eviction-related revocation, the board said at a public hearing.
The denial of the 145 Washington Street application came after the applicant, Roy Tarantola, confirmed the property was listed on Airbnb. Mark Smith, a board member, told Tarantola that “Airbnb’s is not allowed in the town of Babylon.” The board voted on a motion to deny the application (motion by Mark Smith; second by Maria Adesi); the chair announced the motion carried and the application was denied. The board told Tarantola he may reapply once he stops short‑term renting and completes required repairs, including replacing the driveway.
Board members approved permit renewals…
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