Short-term rentals — Port Colborne, Ontario

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

In the City of Port Colborne, Ontario, short-term rentals rules are set by Short-Term Rental Accommodation Licensing By-law 7388/79/25, verified 2026-09-25. A licence is required.

Short-Term Rental Accommodation Licensing By-law 7388/79/25 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 4.1
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Licenses and regulates short-term rental accommodations, including applications, operating requirements, inspections, suspensions, appeals, and penalties.

Machine-readable: short-term-rentals.json · Official website: http://city.portcolborne.on.ca/ · Last verified 2026-09-25 · Short-term rentals across Ontario · Short-term rentals in other municipalities