Short term rentals
Short-term rentals are allowed in residential homes in Vaughan – that is the homeowner’s or tenant/lessee’s principal residence – provided that a licence is obtained. Short-term rentals are generally understood to be when individuals rent out their residence, or part of their residence, for short periods of time (not more than 29 consecutive nights) for a fee.
About the Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law
As per the Short-Term Rentals Licensing By-law:
- homeowners or tenants/lessees are considered owners.
- businesses, such as Airbnb and Expedia, that offer a service where individuals can advertise and book their short-term rental, are considered brokerages.
- both owners and brokerages are required to obtain a licence.
About Municipal Accommodation Tax
A Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) applies to all short-term rental stays. Owners and brokerages must have a MAT number in order to obtain a licence. Homeowners or tenants/lessees who operate a short-term rental must charge a four per cent tax on accommodations sold. To register for a MAT number and learn more about the MAT, visit vaughan.ca/mat.
Applying for a Short-Term Rental Licence
To apply for a licence, owners and brokerages must submit an application with the required supporting documents and licensing fee. Go to the Apply for a licence page linked below to get started.
Fees
| Licence | 2025 | 2026 | ||
Initial | Renewal | Initial | Renewal | |
| Short-Term Rental Owner | $206 | $175 | $213 | $181 |
| Short-Term Rental broker - up to 10 properties | $345 | $289 | $356 | $298 |
| Short-Term Rental broker - 11 to 50 properties | $685 | $577 | $706 | $595 |
| Short-Term Rental broker - 51 to 100 properties | $3,356 | $2,880 | $3,457 | $2,967 |
| Short-Term Rental broker- more than 100 properties | $6,837 | $5,760 | $7,043 | $5,933 |