Short-term rentals — Richmond Hill, Ontario

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

In the City of Richmond Hill, Ontario, short-term rentals rules are set by Comprehensive Zoning By-law 93-25 (Office Consolidation Aug 31, 2026), verified 2026-10-25. Zones allowed: RHC, KDA-YB, KDA-YC, RMU-COR1, RMU-COR2, LC-V, LC-OR, LC-N1, LC-N2, LDA1, LDA2, LMU-COR; N1, N2, N3, N4, NS1, NS2, NT1, NT2, NMU.

Comprehensive Zoning By-law 93-25 (Office Consolidation Aug 31, 2026) adopted bylaw
owner occupancy required yes s. 3.10(a)
zones allowed RHC, KDA-YB, KDA-YC, RMU-COR1, RMU-COR2, LC-V, LC-OR, LC-N1, LC-N2, LDA1, LDA2, LMU-COR; N1, N2, N3, N4, NS1, NS2, NT1, NT2, NMU. Table 4.1A; Table 5.1A
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Richmond Hill Zoning By-law 93-25, s.3.10: short-term accommodation (under 28 days) allowed in Neighbourhood and Centres & Corridors zones only in a dwelling or accessory unit that is the rental operator's principal residence; must not operate as a commercial use; max two separate STRs per unit; excludes B&Bs.

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