Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
In the City of Brantford, Ontario, short-term rentals rules are set by Business Licensing - Short Term Rental registration under Municipal Code Chapter 326, Schedule A-15 (City of Brantford business licensing page) and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-21. A licence is required. Fee: $50.00 annually.
| licence required | yes | required to be registered within the City |
| fee | $50.00 annually | Fees: $50.00 annually |
All short-term rental accommodations (dwelling rented up to 28 consecutive days; excludes B&Bs, lodging houses, group homes) must be registered annually via Cloudpermit for a $50 fee, per Schedule A-15 of the Business Licensing Code; must also conform to Zoning By-law 160-90.
| licence required | yes | a registration is required for all existing and new short term rental |
| owner occupancy required | yes | only permitted to operate in your primary residence |
Official registration page confirming registration has been required since Feb 22, 2022; states short-term rental accommodations are only permitted to operate in the operator's primary residence and must comply with the City's Zoning By-laws.