Here is a resources that shows you how to be a responsible host in Canada.
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Here is a link to the full article: Responsible hosting in Canada
Hands Free Property Marketing is a marketing company assisting homeowners with bookings for short term rentals in British Columbia. We are in no way a property management company, this means we do NOT handle short term licensing and it is the responsibility of the homeowner to know the laws and regulations.
For homeowners in greater Victoria area here is a link to the current short term rental regulation bylaw: Victoria Short-Term Bylaws
Registration Fees:
• $100/year: For an STR where the host resides (e.g., a rented bedroom or entire home while away).
• $450/year: For an STR where the host does not reside (e.g., secondary suites, cottages, or laneway homes).
• $600/year: For an entire strata hotel.Early Registration Discounts:
• 50% off if registered by February 28, 2025.
• 25% off if registered by March 31, 2025.Revenue from these fees will support enforcement and compliance in communities across B.C. Starting June 1, 2025, STR platforms like Airbnb will remove listings without valid registration numbers.To complete your registration, you will need a BCeID or the BC Service Card app installed on your phone.To register your STR, visit: https://gov.bc.ca/strregistry
For more information about the registry, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals If you encounter any issues during the registration process, Service BC is available to assist. You can contact them at 1 (833) 828-2240.
