Short Term Rentals in Niagara-on-the-Lake - Community Feedback Survey

The Town is compiling community feedback on Short Term Rentals (STRs). We want to hear from you whether you're a resident, STR operator, or both.

Your feedback will help inform future decisions and ensure STR policies reflect the needs and values of our community. The survey will be open from April 20 to May 11.

Section 1: About You

Please identify the perspective through which you are completing the survey.

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Resident

Neighbouring property owner to an STR

STR operator

Visitor

Business Owner

Other (please specify)

What best describes your connection to Niagara-on-the-Lake? (Select all that apply)

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I live here full-time

I live here part-time

I own property here, but do not live here

I operate a licensed Short Term Rental

I run a business in Town

I visit Town

Other (please specify)

What area(s) of Town do you most closely identify with (based on where you live, work, visit, or operate a rental)? (Select all that apply)

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Glendale

Old Town

Queenston

St. Davids

Virgil

Section 2: Community Impact & Opinions

Overall, how supportive are you of Short Term Rentals operating in Niagara-on-the-Lake?

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Very supportive

Somewhat supportive

Somewhat opposed

Strongly opposed

I do not have an opinion.

In your experience, what impact have Short Term Rentals had on your neighbourhood or the broader community?

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Very positive

Somewhat positive

No impact

Somewhat negative

Very negative

Please leave any comments here regarding the question above (Optional).

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What are the benefits (if any) you associate with STRs? (Select all that apply.)

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Economic activity / support for local businesses

Increased tourism

Property owner income

Supports seasonal or peak tourism demand

Provides flexible accommodation options for visitors

Supports local employment (e.g. cleaning, maintenance)

Neighbourhood revitalization

I don’t see any benefits

Other (please specify)

What concerns (if any) do you have related to STRs? (Select all that apply.)

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Housing affordability and availability

Licensing, compliance and enforcement

Neighbourhood character

Noise or other disruptions

Parking or traffic congestion

Impacts on long-term rental supply

Fairness between STRs and traditional accommodations

I have no concerns

Other (please specify)

Section 3: Regulation and Licensing

Do you think there should be a limit (cap) on the number of Short Term Rental licenses issued in Town?

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Yes

Not sure

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Do you believe the Town should treat hosted and unhosted Short Term Rentals differently in its licensing rules?

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Yes – hosted should be subject to different rules

No – treat all STRs the same

Not sure

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Please leave any comments here regarding the question above (Optional).

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Section 4: Final Thoughts

12.

Do you have any additional comments related to Short Term Rentals in Niagara-on-the-Lake? (Optional)

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