The Short-Term Rental Accommodation program was initiated by the Town to ensure all rentals operate safely, in accordance with the Fire Protection Standards and the Ontario Building Code. Residents and property owners who wish to rent out rooms or entire units for a period of 28 days or less, are asked to obtain a licence.
Creating a unit
Check out our building and planning page for building requirements.
Questions, requests and concerns
Questions |
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Requests |
Request a short-term municipal accommodation tax return form, and we will send to the email address provided. |
Community concerns |
This program aims to encourage positive neighbourly and community communications. Please refer to the neighbourly living section of our website for handy tips on making these connections.
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Safety
Please read these safety guidelines and tips before submitting an application:
Safety guidelines |
Tourism and hospitality sector section of the Ontario safety guidelines. |
Fire safety tips for owners and renters |
Rentals are not regulated like hotels and motels. Practice home safety in rentals just like you do at home. Make sure:
For more on fire safety and emergency planning, visit the fire and emergency services page or contact the Fire department. |
Application process
Licence application form |
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Requirements met |
If requirements are met, a license will be issued and property details will be listed below. |
Requirements not met |
If property is not in compliance, staff will not issue the license until noted items have been addressed. |
Issued short term rental licences
Supporting documents
- By-law #2020-8 being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law 2008-66P as amended
- By-law #2020-91 being a by-law to licence, regulate and govern short-term rental accommodations
- By-law #2018-131 Municipal accommodation tax by-law