Short-term rentals (STRs) are under increasing scrutiny across Niagara right now, and several municipalities, including NOTL, Fort Erie, Niagara Falls, and Port Colborne, are actively reviewing proposed updates to their STR bylaws.

Here’s what’s on the table:

• Primary residence requirements: Limiting STR licenses to homes that are owner-occupied
• License caps by neighbourhood: To avoid oversaturation in high-tourist areas
• Higher licensing & renewal fees
• Fines for unlicensed rentals increasing significantly

Why does this matter, even if you’re not an Airbnb owner?

• If you own vacation property, your ability to rent short-term could change.
• If you’re buying investment property, you need to know whether STR income will be viable, or whether mid-term or long-term rental strategies make more sense.
• If you live in a quiet residential area, these changes may impact community dynamics, home values, or noise concerns.

How we help:

We stay current on every municipal STR update and help buyers and investors plan accordingly. In this market, buying an STR without expert guidance could be a costly mistake. We’ll tell you where STR ownership still makes sense, and where it likely won’t.

Making smart moves starts with smart advice. 

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