Short-term rentals — Gravenhurst, Ontario

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

In the Town of Gravenhurst, Ontario, short-term rentals rules are set by By-law No. 2022-58, Being a By-law to License and Regulate Short Term Rentals Within the Town of Gravenhurst, verified 2026-09-21. A licence is required.

By-law No. 2022-58, Being a By-law to License and Regulate Short Term Rentals Within the Town of Gravenhurst adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 3.1(a)
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Requires an annual licence to operate a short-term rental (stays of 28 days or less); no operating or advertising without a valid licence. Fee set separately (currently $800/year per town's info page). Renters must follow a Code of Conduct; enforced via Administrative Monetary Penalties.

Machine-readable: short-term-rentals.json · Official website: https://www.gravenhurst.ca/en/doing-business/doing-business2.aspx · Last verified 2026-09-21 · Short-term rentals across Ontario · Short-term rentals in other municipalities