Short Term Rental Accommodations (STRA)
Short Term Rental Accommodations (STRAs) are different from traditional accommodations as they usually occur in buildings used for residential purposes. STRAs offer a variety of benefits to travellers and homeowners. The intention of a licensing program is to create equal standards for all Short Term Rental Accommodations to educate and guide owners and renters, and to provide Municipal Law Enforcement staff with the necessary tools to ensure compliance of all regulatory legislation.
The Town is currently finalizing the STRA application process. Staff will be conducting communications and education initiatives to inform all residents of this new system. In the meantime, if you have any questions about Short Term Rental Accommodations within the Town of Cobourg please contact staff at the details below.
Contact Us:
Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing Department
201 Second Street (Cobourg Market Building)
T: 905-372-8380
E: licensing@cobourg.ca
Short Term Rental Accommodation By-law |
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Short Term Rental Accommodation:
Short Term Rental Accommodation By-law
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Zoning By-law Amendment |
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At the February 26 meeting, Council passed a by-law to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law to define and create provisions specific to short term rental accommodations. By-law No. 007-2025 was passed by Council to permit STRA use in select zones within the Town of Cobourg. By-law No. 007-2025 outlines the approved uses of three classes of STRA’s which are permitted, in different zones across the Town. The By-law also includes parking requirements for STRA uses as well as home occupations and other accommodation uses. Notice of Passing - Zoning By-law Amendment Any person, incorporated group of persons or agency may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal in respect of the Zoning By-law Amendment by filing with the Municipal Clerk of the Corporation of the Town of Cobourg no later than March 24, 2025 a Notice of Appeal setting out the reasons for the appeal, together with the prescribed fee of $400 or $1,100.00 for each appeal made payable to the ‘Minister of Finance’ depending on status. By-law Number 007 - 2025 The complete Zoning By-law Amendment is available for inspection in the Planning Department, Victoria Hall, 55 King Street West, Town of Cobourg, (905) 372-1005 between the office hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm under File No. ZB-2023-004.
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Municipal Accommodations Tax
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Council has requested that staff further review the implementation of a Municipal Accommodations Tax in Cobourg. Following consultation with local accommodation owners and operators, a report will go back to Council regarding next steps for implementation.
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Contact |
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For questions regarding Short Term Rental Accommodations please contact Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing staff at:
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