Business licences & permits — Peterborough, Ontario

Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?

The City of Peterborough, Ontario has 2 adopted bylaws on file: By-law No. 17-067 (Lodging Houses and Rental Dwelling Units Licence); Licensing By-law No. 21-075, verified 2026-08-23.

By-law No. 17-067 (Lodging Houses and Rental Dwelling Units Licence) adopted bylaw

Requires owners of lodging houses and rental dwelling units who receive rent to obtain a business licence and be inspected, for occupant safety. Long-term rental housing licensing, not short-term/tourist accommodation.

Licensing By-law No. 21-075 adopted bylaw

General licensing by-law currently covering two licensed trades: Tree Service Providers (Schedule A) and Driving Services / vehicle-for-hire and taxi operators (Schedule B, incl. taximeter rules). Amended by 24-048 (Driving Services).

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