Short-term Accommodation Operator Checklist

In accordance with Ontario Building Code Provision 9.9.1.3, the occupancy limit for a Short-Term Accommodation in the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is two (2) persons per approved bedroom.

Properties with a valid Class A or B licence may permit up to two (2) additional children aged twelve (12) and under, provided sufficient beds are available. Couches, pull-out couches, and futons are not permitted as beds.

To confirm the occupancy limit for your property, please contact the Licensing Issuer by email.

If you or your guests will be leaving before Monday morning, please keep all garbage securely contained and do not place it in the designated bear bin or at the roadside until Monday morning. This helps avoid attracting wildlife. Alternatively, waste and recycling can be taken to a municipal landfill — use the button below to check landfill hours.

Retaining a Property Manager/Responsible Person is required under the STA Licensing Program.

A Property Manager/Responsible Person is the owner, an individual (18 years or older), or a company appointed by the owner to act on their behalf and ensure the Short-Term Accommodation operates in compliance with the By-law, licence conditions, and applicable laws. This individual or company must reside within one hour of the property and be available to attend the site at any time.

If your listed Property Manager/Responsible Person no longer represents the property, contact the Licensing Issuer immediately to update your profile with the new representative’s name, contact information, and consent.

Starting May 26, 2025, all Short-term Accommodations must clearly display the contact information for their Property Manager or Responsible Person at the end of the rental’s driveway. This ensures easy access to key contact details and helps keep things running smoothly for everyone. 

Open Air Burning and Fireworks

Open Air Burning Permits are required for all outdoor fires within the Municipality, as per the Open Air Burning By-law. When you have a fire, exercise extreme caution and always have water nearby. 

Fireworks are not permitted within the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula without a valid Fireworks Permit. Open air burning and fireworks permits are free of charge from the Municipality.

A Noise Curfew from 11:00 p.m.- 7:00 a.m. is in effect within the Municipality.

If STA's are found violating the curfew, fines will be laid. The following noise is not permitted:

• Speaker/radio
• Shouting or loud speaking
• Vehicle noise (Excessive acceleration, squealing of tires, etc.)
• Domestic tools (lawnmower, chainsaw, leaf blower, etc.)
• Construction noise

All Short-Term Accommodations within the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula are required to remit 4% of the revenue generated from accommodation rentals provided for a period of less than 30 days provided at licenced STA.

Remittance Due Dates:

• Q1 (January – March) is due on or before April 30
• Q2 (April – June) is due on or before July 31
• Q3 (July – September) is due on or before October 31
• Q4 (October – December) is due on or before January 31

The MAT applies only to the accommodation charge and not associated charges, such as meals or room incidentals. Remittance of the Municipal Accommodation Tax is completed on the Municipality's website. More information regarding the Municipal Accommodation Tax Program can be found on the Municipality's website!