The city’s planning division has recommended several regulations similar to those in place in other municipalities.
These events will be held virtually on Tuesday, Dec. 7 and Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
While the open houses do require pre-registration, anyone interested, or wishing to provide input on the regulations is invited to attend.
The Planning Division recently provided a report to City Council analysing the local STR accommodation scene and recommending a number of regulations as well as the following proposed regulations, which are in accordance with regulations implemented by other municipalities:
- That STRs be permitted in all zones that permit a residential dwelling.
- That STRs be defined as any accommodation that is available for up to 28 days.
- That hotels and bed and breakfasts be exempt.
- Where an STR is located in any residential zone, the STR must be the host’s principal dwelling. This requirement is waived for residential units permitted in Commercial Zones (C1, C2, CT2, C3 and C4) which operate as an STR.
- That STRs located in any residential zone cannot be offered or advertised for more than 180 days per calendar year. This requirement is waived for residential units permitted in Commercial Zones (C1, C2, CT2, C3 and C4) which operate as an STR.
- That STR hosts hold a valid license from the City.
- That STR hosts pay the 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax.