Hamilton & Niagara

Niagara-on-the-Lake STR rules

Strict zoning + tourism tax for the OG cottage country of wine country.

2%
Municipal Accommodation Tax
quarterly
Remittance frequency
Yes
STR licence required
$2M
Min. liability insurance

Compliance checklist

Licensing

  • Register STR with municipality
  • Pay annual licence fee

Insurance

  • $2M commercial liability insurance

Safety

  • Smoke + CO alarms on every level
  • Posted emergency contact + evacuation plan

MAT

  • Collect MAT on every booking (if applicable)
  • Remit MAT quarterly to municipality (if applicable)