The Municipalities Short Term Accommodations (STA) By-law provides a system for the licensing of STA premises (premises rented on a basis of 28 consecutive days or less).
Short Term Accommodation Objectives
The Municipality of Grey Highlands short-term accommodation (STA) licencing program would provide a system of regulation for short-term accommodations with objectives that would include, but would not be limited to:
• Protecting the character, amenities and quality of the community;
• Creating accountability for and to ratepayers, short-term accommodators, and visitors;
• Creating a level playing field for all STA owners and operators and providing enhanced consumer protection;
• Ensuring occupants are provided with safe accommodations in terms of fire and building safety;
• Ensuring STA owners and operators are made aware of their responsibilities to comply with Municipality bylaws and other regulations;
• Permitting responsible short-term accommodation across the Municipality.
Short Term Accommodation Licensing Fees
| Annual STA License Fee - HOSTED Property | $ 0.00 |
|---|---|
| Annual STA License Fee - UN-HOSTED Property | $ 300.00 |
| Grey Highlands Occupancy Inspection Fee | $ 200.00 |
| Council STA Appeal Fee | $ 500.00 |
| Penalty for operating without a STA Licence | $ 1,000.00 per week |
Forms
STA License Application (Coming Soon)
STA Code of Conduct (Coming Soon)
