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Chapter 730 of the City of Orillia Municipal Code - Short-term Rental Accommodations establishes standards and requirements for short-term rental accommodations to ensure the safety and well-being of both guests and surrounding residents. This includes measures such as fire safety regulations, noise control, and adequate insurance coverage.
Under the by-law, all short-term rental operators are required to obtain an annual licence from the City. This will enable the municipality to monitor and manage the short-term rental market in Orillia with a cap of 150 operating short-term rental accommodations at one time. The licensing will help ensure compliance with regulations and establish a clear process for addressing issues and complaints using a demerit point system to assist with enforcement. Residents will be able to report concerns to the City, which will investigate and take appropriate action in response to non-compliance with the regulations.
Apply for a Short-Term Rental Accommodation Licence
View list of licensed Short-Term Rental Accommodations
Frequently Asked Questions
| Who do I call if I have a concern regarding a short-term rental accommodation in Orillia? |
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See the Who to Call List in PDF format. |
| What do I need to apply for a short-term rental accommodation licence? |
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| What is a short-term rental accommodation (STRA)? |
| A “short-term rental accommodation" means a building or any part thereof being offered, or used as a place of seasonal or temporary accommodation, temporary residence, or occupancy by way of concession, permit, lease, licence, rental agreement, or similar arrangement for fewer than twenty-eight (28) consecutive calendar days, throughout all or any part of a calendar year. Short-term rental accommodation uses shall not mean or include a motel, hotel, bed and breakfast establishment, hospital, or boarding lodging or rooming house as defined in the Zoning By-law, provided the use complies in all respects with the Zoning By-law, but may include other types of vacation homes or living accommodation intended to be used by the travelling public. |
| Is a licence required to operate a STRA in the City of Orillia? |
| Yes, a licence is required to operate a STRA in the City of Orillia. A licence will be required each year. It is recommended that you submit a completed application well in advance of January 1 to ensure that your application can be processed on time. |
| Will there be a fee for a licence to operate a STRA? |
| Yes. The licence fee is $2,040, plus an 2.4% fee for online payments. |
| Is the STRA inspected before a licence is issued? |
| Yes, two inspections will take place before issuance of a licence. One will be conducted by a Property Standards Officer that will inspect the items listed in the attached checklist. Additionally, a separate inspection will be conducted by a Fire Prevention Officer that will inspect amongst other things the smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and carbon monoxide alarms (if fuel-fired appliance or attached garage exists). After your licence application is submitted, you will be contacted so that the two site visits can be arranged. |
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Does the Municipal Accommodation Tax apply to STRA operators and how do I obtain compliance report? |
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Yes, the 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax applies to all STRA operators. In order to renew your licence, you must obtain a Municipal Accommodation Tax Remittance Compliance Report. For more information regarding the Municipal Accommodation Tax and to obtain your compliance report for yearly renewal, please review the Accommodators FAQ page or contact OrilliaMAT@orillialakecountry.ca. |
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Do I need a licence to operate a bed and breakfast establishment (B & B)? |
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No, a licence is not required to operate a B & B, provided the B & B complies in all respects with the City’s Zoning By-law 2014-44, as amended. If you have questions about the establishment of a Bed and Breakfast establishment, please email by-law@orillia.ca. |
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How can I find out if the accessory dwelling unit (i.e. apartment) I rent out is legal? |
| To determine if the units in a building are legal, or the process of legalizing existing units you will need to complete the Legalization of Existing Dwelling Units form. |
| Can I operate an STRA if my property is on a septic system? |
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Yes, however, proof of a septic system pump-out dated less than five years old (and proof of any required repairs to the system identified during the pump-out) will be required to be submitted at time of licence application. The maximum number of persons permitted on any premises that is serviced by a septic system will be determined at the time of application following a review of the septic system’s approved design capacity. |
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I have a single detached dwelling on my property, and an additional dwelling unit that is within a separate/detached accessory building on my property. Can I operate a STRA in the single detached dwelling, and another STRA in the additional dwelling unit in the separate/detached accessory building? |
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No. A STRA is not permitted to be operate out of more than one building with bedrooms per property. |
Short Term Rental Accommodation Licensed Locations
In accordance with Chapter 730 - Short-term Rental Accommodations, the location of all licensed short-term rental accommodations will be posted on the City’s website and include the contact information for a “Responsible Person” that is responsible for ensuring the short-term rental accommodation is operated in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter, and applicable laws. The Responsible Person is either the owner of the licensed premises, or the person appointed by the owner to act on its behalf.
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Municipal Address |
Maximum Occupancy (Between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.) |
Responsible Person |
Contact Information |
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| 15 Atlantis Drive | 4 Occupants | James Wright |
289-894-0290 |
| 166 Julia Crescent | 10 Occupants | Ademola Olaoti |
705-350-0801 |
| 224 Laclie Street | 6 Occupants | Victoria Jakowenko |
647-710-1389 |
| 38 Wyn Wood Lane | 8 Occupants | Sammi Chhibber |
416-565-8299 shammi@taxplann.ca |
| 463 Victoria Crescent | 6 Occupants | Reza Hekmatkhah |
647-995-1010 reza_ieee@yahoo.com
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| 58A Laurentian Lane | 2 Occupants | Lisa Day |
705-330-7437 |
| 87 Atlantis Drive | 8 Occupants | Ademola Olaoti |
705-350-0801 |
Background Reports
April 17, 2023 - Report DSE-23-18 - Short-Term Rental Accommodations
July 17, 2023 - Report DSE-23-24 - Short-Term Rental Accommodations
