ADU · Erie County
Can you build an ADU in Sloan, NY?
Village of Sloan has 2 districts. All districts prohibit ADUs. Check your address to confirm the district that applies to your parcel:
What the Sloan code indicates by district
The table below shows how each district treats ADUs, alongside the lot and setback standards that govern a second unit. District boundaries and conditions vary, so treat this as a starting point and confirm the district that applies to your parcel.
| District | Min lot | Setbacks F / S / R | Max height | ADU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R Residential District | 0.165 ac | 25 / 5 / 25 ft | 30 ft | No |
| RA Multifamily Apartment District | 0.165 ac | 25 / 10 / 25 ft | 30 ft | No |
ADUs vs. short-term rentals in Sloan
Short-term rentals restricted for Village of Sloan. SLOAN BANS SHORT-TERM RENTALS FROM ITS RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS OUTRIGHT and is the most restrictive STR regime found in Erie County. Local Law No. 2 of 2024, adopted 10-8-2024, added Article IX (§§ 455-51 to 455-56) to the zoning chapter. § 455-53A permits short-term rentals "in the following Zoning Districts: RC, M1 and M2 ONLY" — that is the restricted-business and the two manufacturing districts. STRs are NOT permitted in the R Residential or RA Multifamily Apartment districts at all, which is where essentially all of the village's housing sits. Beyond the district ban: A MAXIMUM OF TEN STR PERMITS PER CALENDAR YEAR WILL BE ISSUED VILLAGE-WIDE, one per building or structure and one per parcel; applications must be filed at least 60 days before the start of business or before renewal; a building-department inspection is mandatory and refusing it is grounds for denial; a permit is NOT TRANSFERABLE to another person or property and a new owner must obtain their own before operating; subletting by a tenant is prohibited; and quiet hours apply. The stated purpose includes "prohibiting the use of STRs in certain Zoning Districts" to protect housing choices for permanent residents. New York State's 2025 STR registry (Ch. 99 of the Laws of 2025) applies on top of this. Confirm the current permit count and terms with the village at (716) 897-1560 before assuming any availability. Verified 2026-08-06. These are separate questions from whether you can build an ADU — a unit you're allowed to add isn't automatically one you're allowed to rent nightly, so check both.
Good to know
- Residential lot minimum0.165 ac — an ADU still has to fit the district's lot and setback envelope.
- UtilityNational Grid territory.
- Building dept(716) 897-1560
- Last reviewed2026-08-06
ADU FAQ — Sloan, NY
Are ADUs allowed in Sloan, NY?
Village of Sloan has 2 districts. All districts prohibit ADUs. Check your address with the free ADU checker, or confirm with the building department at (716) 897-1560.
Do I need a special permit for an ADU in Sloan?
No. No district in Village of Sloan permits an ADU, so there is no permit to apply for. Codes change, so verify with the building department at (716) 897-1560 before ruling it out.
Can I use an ADU as a short-term rental in Sloan?
Short-term rentals restricted for Village of Sloan. ADU occupancy and short-term-rental rules are separate: an ADU you can build isn't automatically one you can rent nightly. Confirm both before you count on STR income.
What an ADU costs to build in Sloan
Permission is one question and budget is another. An 800 sq ft accessory unit here runs roughly $200k–260k at a standard finish, and the per-square-foot rate comes in above a full house because the kitchen, bath, panel and heating plant cost the same either way. See the full cost to build an ADU in Sloan, priced by size.
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ADU information for Village of Sloan is compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed 2026-08-06) and provided for decision-support only — not legal or architectural advice. ADU eligibility, size, owner-occupancy and permit conditions vary by district and often carry exceptions; verify with the building department at (716) 897-1560 before relying on any answer. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.