Short-term rentals in local government
121 tracked Canadian meetings mentioned this topic since 2026-01. Counts come from canonicalized brief tags and are directional because coverage varies by place and platform.
Places with the most mentions
- Sun Peaks, British Columbia (8)
- Oro-Medonte, Ontario (7)
- Bluewater, Ontario (7)
- Sooke, British Columbia (4)
- Gibsons, British Columbia (4)
- Clearwater County, Alberta (4)
- Hinton, Alberta (4)
- Revelstoke, British Columbia (4)
- Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, British Columbia (4)
- Sicamous, British Columbia (4)
- West Central Okanagan Electoral Area, British Columbia (4)
- Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia (4)
Latest matching meetings
Village of Kaslo reviews draft Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw updates
The Committee of the Whole is discussing proposed amendments to the Official Community Plan and a repeal and replacement of Zoning Bylaw No. 1130. These updates aim to align with provincial housing legislation and community needs. The body is also reviewing policies regarding parks, special events, highway use, and…
Council to consider modernization of short-term rental zoning regulations
The District of Sooke Council is holding a public hearing and considering a third reading of a bylaw to modernize short-term rental regulations. The meeting also includes decisions on municipal infrastructure contracts and specific development permits.
Council to approve rezoning of ten properties for short‑term rentals
The Special Council will consider a Zoning By‑law Amendment Application (2026‑ZBA‑14) to rezone ten specific properties for Short‑Term Rental Accommodation as a secondary use. It will also vote on By‑law 2026‑073 to amend the Administrative Monetary Penalty System and By‑law 2026‑078 to regulate and licence short‑term…
Council discusses short-term rental options for downtown zoning
The Committee of the Whole will adopt its agenda, consider any conflict-of-interest declarations, and hear a staff presentation from True Consulting on short-term rental options related to downtown zoning. No formal decisions on the rental options are listed; the presentation is for discussion.
Council considers 3-year permit renewal for short-term rental at 4151 Sundance Dr
Council will decide on the renewal of a Temporary Use Permit for tourist accommodation at 4151 Sundance Dr. The meeting also includes updates on a surface water pipeline and development cost charges.
Public hearing for short-term rental permit renewal at 4151 Sundance Dr
Council is considering a request from Bob, Deanna, and Brandon Jonson to renew a temporary use permit for tourist accommodation at 4151 Sundance Dr. Staff recommends a 3-year renewal term for the single-family dwelling.
Housing Accelerator Fund progress reviewed, 64% of target units built
The Committee of the Whole will review the Planning & Development Services Q2 2026 report, including the status of the $2.3 million Housing Accelerator Fund and its housing unit targets. It will also discuss the newly prepared Short‑Term Rental licensing framework, the launch of the Mobile Vending Program, and the…
Clearwater County MPC discusses development permits and land redesignations
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing several development permit applications, including an agri-tourism business and a waste management facility. The agenda also includes multiple short-term rental applications and recommendations regarding land use bylaw amendments.
Council to vote on second and third readings of new Land Use Bylaw
The Council will discuss and potentially adopt Bylaw 10-26, the new Land Use Bylaw. This follows a public hearing where residents raised concerns regarding short-term rentals, home-based businesses, and retreat density.
Planning committee to consider multiple land-use permits and zoning bylaw changes
The Planning and Development Services Committee meets to decide on several land-use applications, including temporary use permits, zoning bylaw amendments, and a road closure. Public delegations are scheduled for five items, including a short-term rental permit reconsideration and a bylaw for the Columbia Lake West…
Council to consider petition for new municipal drain on Isabella Street
Council will decide on a petition to incorporate new storm sewers on Isabella Street into a municipal drain, appointing M. Gerrits Consulting Inc. to produce a report. Also on the agenda: a short-term rental licence for 3538 Queen Street, and approval of a $23,580 stair replacement at Hyde Street beach access. Other…
Council to consider short-term rental policy and several bylaw amendments
Council will hear delegations from Blue Act Marine Society and Sunshine Coast Tourism, then consider adopting a heritage inventory, multiple bylaw amendments including a new short-term rental allocation policy, NZEV regulations, stormwater and water enforcement bylaws, and a shopping cart penalty. Also up for decision…
Council to consider third reading of Short-Term Rentals Bylaw No. 1162-3
Council will decide on final readings of the Short-Term Rentals Bylaw Amendment after a previous non-statutory public hearing and amendments. Other items include a one-off financial request for DMO: Fridays in Green Square, awarding 2026 Community Grant applicants, and accepting the resignation of Councillor Dewly…
Council to discuss litigation on short-term rental policies in closed session
This is a largely procedural special council meeting. The only substantive item is a closed session to receive legal advice from the CAO and Director of Development Services regarding litigation affecting the municipality, specifically Official Plan Appeals concerning Short-Term Rental Accommodation policies. The…
Council to discuss short-term rental policy appeals in closed session
The Special Council meeting consists primarily of a closed session to discuss legal matters. The focus of the private session is solicitor-client privilege regarding Official Plan appeals for short-term rental accommodation policies.
Appeal of denied short-term rental license for 2134 Fowler Lane
The Committee will hear an appeal from Luke Stapleton regarding a Licensing Manager's decision to refuse a Short Term Rental Accommodation Operating Licence. The decision will be made based on the City of Mississauga's Short Term Rental Accommodation By-law 0289-2020.
TNRD Board discusses new community plans and zoning amendments.
The Board is considering several land-use changes, including a commercial storage facility in Tobiano and short-term rental permits near Lytton, Knutsford, and Little Fort. They are also reviewing new Official Community Plans for multiple electoral areas and a scrap metal recycling contract.
Severn council to vote on short-term rental licensing by-law
Severn Township Council will consider passing a by-law to regulate short-term rentals, despite a letter from local STR owners requesting a delay due to existing enforcement tools and concerns over fee levels.
Proposed changes to short-term rental licensing by-law
Council will deliberate on proposed amendments to the Licensing By-law for Short Term Rental Accommodation and Bed and Breakfast Establishments. They will also hear a deputation from Mount St. Louis Moonstone Ski Resort requesting a letter of support for an Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance. Additionally, several…
Council to vote on $444,791 insurance renewal and $60,934 roads study contract.
This regular meeting of Highlands East Council includes decisions on several contracts and bylaw amendments. Council will consider approving an insurance renewal with BFL Canada for $444,791, a roads needs study contract with Jp2G Consultants Inc. for $60,934, and a transfer of $8,600 from reserve for iPads for the…
Public meeting on STR zoning amendment; borrowing for bridge
Council will hold a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment to allow short-term rentals in additional dwelling units. It will also consider a borrowing by-law for the Redstone Brook Bridge, a textile recycling agreement with Diabetes Canada, and several land transactions. Closed session items include land…
LaSalle holds public hearing on town-wide short-term rental regulations
The LaSalle Planning Department is hosting a public hearing to gather community feedback on proposed amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. These changes would establish town-wide regulations for short-term rentals. Council will review public comments and decide whether to advance the regulatory framework…
Council to give first reading to short-term rental zoning amendment
Council will consider first and second reading of a zoning bylaw to modernize short-term rental accommodations and schedule a public hearing. It will also discuss a proposed wastewater utility bylaw and give direction on the Throup Road/Phillips Road connection project. Delegations include the Sooke Soccer Club on…
Council considers keeping existing short-term rental rules with minor changes
Council is discussing staff’s recommendation to not make major changes to short-term rental regulations. Staff propose Policy Option #4, which updates enforcement procedures and bylaws without expanding STR allowances. The decision follows extensive public engagement and an economic/housing impact analysis.
Council holds public hearing and votes on short-term rental rules.
The Hinton Town Council will hold a non-statutory public hearing to finalize amendments to Short-Term Rentals Bylaw No. 1162-3, following a divided debate on rental caps and award systems. Members will also review presentations from youth groups and community organizations, vote on the 2026 Community Grant recipients…
Council considers short-term rental rules, a $216k path contract, and zoning changes.
The District of Central Saanich Council is reviewing proposed regulations for short-term rentals to align with provincial Bill 35, alongside a zoning amendment for 559 Senanus Drive. Council will also decide on a development permit with variances for a travel accommodation at 7054 Brentwood Drive and approve a…
Appeal hearing for short-term rental at 33736 Staffa Road
Council will hear an appeal regarding a short-term rental application for 33736 Staffa Road. The meeting is an appeal hearing, and council may decide on the application.
Council considers $250K pledge for Huron County MRI campaign
Council will hear a delegation from the Magnetic Moments MRI campaign requesting a $250,000 pledge over five years for a new MRI at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital. They will also review the annual update of the Short Term Rental Licensing By-law, consider lease renewals for the Bayfield International Croquet Club…
Koocanusa Village OCP and zoning amendments head to final adoption
The RDEK Board of Directors will consider and potentially adopt several bylaws, including the Koocanusa Village official community plan amendment (Bylaw 3456) and zoning amendment (Bylaw 3457), along with other land-use changes. The board will also hear presentations from Kootenay Rockies Tourism and Foundry East…
Reconsideration of short-term rental permit and multiple new STR applications
The Planning and Development Services Committee will hear delegations on a request to reconsider a short-term rental temporary use permit (STR TUP No. 25-26) and on several new STR TUP applications. The committee also will consider bylaw amendments, including Bylaw No. 3466 to delegate short-term rental TUP renewals…
Council to consider zoning changes to allow short-term rentals on 10 properties
The Township is holding a public meeting to consider site-specific zoning by-law amendments for ten properties to permit short-term rental accommodations as a secondary use. This follows a settlement with appellants at the Ontario Land Tribunal. Staff also report on the process and an upcoming licensing by-law.
Land Use Committee to recommend first reading of short-term rental zoning bylaw
The committee will consider recommending that Council give first and second reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 947, which would modernize Sooke's regulations for short-term rental accommodations, and schedule a public hearing. It will also receive an informational update on current planning applications and…
Council considers two short-term rental permit renewals and a rezoning amendment
The Sun Peaks Council is holding a public hearing to decide on renewing a short-term rental permit for 2442 Fairways Drive and issuing a new permit for 2417 Fairways Drive. They will also consider a rezoning amendment for 8-3250 Village Way to allow a business licence.
Council to adopt election bylaw and authorize 2026 election ads
Council will decide on authorizing newspaper advertising for the 2026 General Local Election and vote to adopt Election Procedures and Assent Voting Amendment Bylaw No. 2443. Communications include a Tourism Revelstoke letter supporting a short-term rental framework. The meeting also goes in camera for personal and…
RDOS approves BC Transit agreement and allocates funds for water systems
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Board will approve a 2026/27 operating agreement with BC Transit and allocate $216,667 for a Naramata water system project. The meeting also includes approvals for short-term rentals, zoning changes, and community forest reserve expenditures.
Public hearing on rezoning 731 North Road, Venture Way and zoning updates
Gibsons Council is holding a public hearing to consider two bylaws: Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1339-01, 2026 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1342-01, 2026. The hearing will accept written and verbal submissions on proposed changes including land use redesignations, climate policy updates, and zoning…
Council to vote on short-term rental bylaw amendment
Council will consider amending the Short-Term Rentals Bylaw (No. 1162-3), discuss incentives for developing Tier 1 and Boutin Lands, and decide on appointments to the Regional Assessment Review Board. Other items include a levy increase for the Yellowhead Regional Library, a grace period for municipal levy penalties…
City proposes major zoning bylaw update with parking and housing changes
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to receive feedback on a comprehensive update to Brockville's Zoning Bylaw. The update addresses changes mandated by provincial legislation, including additional dwelling units and reduced parking requirements, as well as new regulations for docks…
Council to consider Smith-Rader Municipal Drain engineer's report
Council is reviewing the first quarter water and wastewater operational reports, considering an engineer's report for the Smith-Rader Municipal Drain, and addressing correspondence on short-term rental location limits. They will also award contracts for masterplans, discuss a motor grader procurement, and consider a…
Council considers zoning amendment for short-term rentals at 222 Temple Street
Council will discuss a zoning amendment to allow short-term rentals for up to 15 units at 222 Temple Street. The meeting also includes an update on the Solid Waste Plan and the Sicamous Landfill.