Zoning by-law defines Short-Term Accommodation as temporary paid lodging for 30 consecutive days or less, including Bed and Breakfast but excluding hotels/motels and unpaid stays. Township's site states STAs are Rural/Agricultural-zone only, owner must be present, max 4 bedrooms. Refiled from short_term_rental 2026-10-07.
Zoning & land use — Essa, Ontario
What can I build? Do I need a development permit?
The Township of Essa, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Township of Essa Zoning By-law 2003-50, verified 2026-10-19.