Short-term rentals — Oshawa, Ontario

Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?

In the City of Oshawa, Ontario, short-term rentals rules are set by Business Licensing By-law 122-2024, Schedule "Q" (Short Term Rentals) — as amended by By-law 102-2025, verified 2026-09-21. A licence is required.

Business Licensing By-law 122-2024, Schedule "Q" (Short Term Rentals) — as amended by By-law 102-2025 adopted bylaw
licence required yes Schedule "Q", s. 2.1
owner occupancy required yes Schedule "Q", s. 1.1(a)
scout note

S.T.R. Operator licence required to advertise/rent a short-term rental; Schedule Q requires proof of principal residence (per Zoning By-law 60-94), $2M liability insurance, floor plan, a local contact reachable within 1 hour, and smoke/CO alarms. Licence fee $100 plus $50 application fee.

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