Short-Term Rentals

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Short-Term Rentals

As of Jan. 1, 2020, short-term rentals are allowed in residential homes in Vaughan – that is the homeowner’s or tenant/lessee’s principal residence – provided that a licence is obtained. Short-term rentals are generally understood to be when individuals rent out their residence, or part of their residence, for short periods of time (not more than 29 consecutive nights) for a fee.

According to the Short-term Rental Licensing By-law 158-2019 (PDF):

homeowners or tenants/lessees are considered owners.
businesses, such as Airbnb and Expedia, that offer a service where individuals can advertise and book their short-term rental, are considered brokerages.
both owners and brokerages are required to obtain a licence.

A Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) applies to all short-term rental stays. Owners and brokerages must have a MAT number in order to obtain a licence. Beginning April 1, 2020, homeowners or tenants/lessees who operate a short-term rental must charge a four per cent tax on accommodations sold. To register for a MAT number and learn more about the MAT, visit vaughan.ca/mat.

To get a licence, owners and brokerages must submit an application form with the required supporting documents and licensing fee. Applications for a licence can be submitted starting on Jan. 2, 2020. Application forms and user guides are available online and at the By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services counter at Vaughan City Hall.