Short-term rentals — Windsor, Ontario

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

In the City of Windsor, Ontario, short-term rentals rules are set by Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law 115-2022, verified 2026-08-29. A licence is required. Fee: $336.00 (Initial Application); $254.00 (Renewal Application). Zones allowed: located in an area that permits residential uses.

Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law 115-2022 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 3.1
owner occupancy required yes s. 3.2(c)(i)
zones allowed located in an area that permits residential uses s. 3.2(c)(ii)
fee $336.00 (Initial Application); $254.00 (Renewal Application) Schedule 1
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Requires operators of short-term (transient, <30-day) rental accommodations to obtain an annual city licence; sets host/property eligibility, fees and enforcement.

Machine-readable: short-term-rentals.json · Official website: https://www.citywindsor.ca/ · Last verified 2026-08-29 · Short-term rentals across Ontario · Short-term rentals in other municipalities