Short-term rentals are considered a type of accommodation where an individual rents a residence, or a portion of a residence, for a short period of time, generally through internet platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO.
Be a good neighbour
Milton is a friendly and welcoming community. When hosting guests at your short-term rental, please remind them to be courteous to those in your neighbourhood and to follow our community standards:
- Keep the noise down and follow our Noise By-Law
- Follow all parking regulations within Town
- Maintain the property and keep the neighbourhood (streets, sidewalks, paths, parks, etc.) free of garbage and litter
For inquiries regarding noise, parking, disturbances or garbage, please fill out the Town’s contact form or call 905-878-7252 ext. 2137. For inquiries regarding property maintenance, host compliance or advertising discrepancies, please contact the hosting platform directly (Airbnb or VRBO).
Short-term rentals study
Similar to other municipalities, the Town of Milton is experiencing an increase in the number of short-term rentals operating in the community. We’re currently undergoing a study to address challenges related to short-term rentals, explore options and determine how to regulate these rentals.
Zoning By-law amendments
Proposed Zoning By-law amendments are being considered as a part of the implementation strategy approved by Council on Feb. 7, 2022. These amendments will add “Short-Term Rental” as a definition to the Town’s Zoning By-law, as well as put forth the requirement that a certificate of occupancy be obtained, and that a minimum parking requirement of one off-street parking space, specifically for use by the short-term rental, be met. This change will permit “Short-Term Rental” in only residential zones.
These amendments are only the first step of the Town’s short-term rental strategy, and are intended to implement Council’s direction in conjunction with a Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law. The May 30 statutory public meeting under the Planning Act, is only for the proposed Zoning By-law amendments. A final zoning By-law amendment will be brought forward to Council for approval at the same time as the Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law.
Next steps
- A statutory public meeting will be held on May 30, 2022
- Policies, by-laws and recommended fees will be brought to Council in the summer
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