Short Term Accommodation and Bed & Breakfast License Application

This application form is to be used by persons or public bodies wishing to apply for a Short Term Accommodation of Bed & Breakfast Establishment License in the Town of Lincoln. It is recommended that the applicant speak with Town staff prior to submitting a permit application to confirm that the rental meets zoning requirements. If there are any changes to the information provided, the Town shall be notified within 5 business days.

Application Review Disclaimer – Please Read Carefully

  • All submitted Short-Term Accommodation (STA) license applications will be reviewed by Town Staff within 5 to 10 business days of submission. 
  • Please ensure your application is complete and includes all required documentation.
    Incomplete submissions may result in delays to your review and could impact the timely issuance of your license.
  • Town Staff will contact each operator individually regarding the outcome of their application, including next steps or any additional information required.

We thank you for your cooperation and commitment to operating in compliance with the Town of Lincoln’s STA Licensing By-law.

General Information

STA or B&B Representative (Agent) Information, If Applicable

For all STA or B&B applications where a representative or agent is acting and submitting an application to the Town on the Owner's behalf. 

Information on the Proposed STA or B&B

Please indicate the type of building where the STA or B&B will be located
How will the STA or B&B be occupied?
i.e. single bedroom, Bed & Breakfast establishment, portion of home, etc.

Note: Where total occupancy of the STA or B&B exceeds 4 persons, the dwelling unit will be subject to an inspection by the Town’s Fire and Building departments, where required. All costs of the inspection shall be borne by the applicant.

Are you applying for a one year license or two year license?
Please note that the renewal application provided all information remains the same is $150.

Acknowledgement

I declare that the property noted above is my principal residence. I affirm that I reside at this property for the majority of the year and that it serves as my primary place of residence as defined under municipal by-laws and applicable regulations. 

I understand that providing false or misleading information in this declaration may result in penalties, including the denial, suspension, or revocation of my Short-Term Accommodation or Bed & Breakfast license. I acknowledge that this principal residence requirement applies only to properties located within the urban boundary.

Attachments

Please review the Town of Lincoln's Short Term Accommodation and Bed & Breakfast Licensing Checklist to see what attachments apply to your rental. 
Proof of ownership of the property on which the STA or B&B is situated, which may include a copy of the transfer/deed, a copy of the parcel register from the Land Registry Office, and/or such other evidence as may be required by the Town.
One file only.
64 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
If the Applicant is an individual, two pieces of government identification must be provided to prove principal residency at the time of application. 
One file only.
64 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
If the Applicant is a corporation, proof that the corporation is a lawfully existing corporation entitled to conduct business in Ontario, which may include a current copy of the articles of incorporation or other incorporating documents, duly certified by the proper government official or department in the Province of Ontario or of the Government of Canada, a certified copy of an annual return which contains a list of all shareholders of the corporations, and/or such other evidence as may be required by the Town.

One file only.
64 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
Where an Applicant is an Agent, an authorization and consent form signed by the Owner authorizing the Agent to act on the Owner’s behalf. 
One file only.
64 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
The name and contact information of a local contact, who shall be an individual, who is no further than thirty (30) minutes away from the STA or B&B who is to be available to address complaints promptly as they arise. Download form here. 
One file only.
64 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
A site sketch depicting the location of the STA or B&B, including setbacks, any proposed storage and refuse area(s), designated driveway(s), and parking location for all spaces intended to be used for parking on the premises in accordance with the Zoning By-law, which is subject to approval by the Director prior to issuing a license. 
One file only.
64 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
Where a STA or B&B is intended to host four (4) or fewer guests, a fire safety protocol is required for the Town’s records. Where the STA or B&B is intended to host more than four (4) guests, a fire safety plan is required, which is subject to approval by the Fire Department. 
One file only.
64 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
The Town requires proof of insurance for the use of the dwelling unit as a STA or B&B of not less than $2 million. The insurance cannot be a mix between Airbnb and personal insurance.
One file only.
64 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
Where a property is located in the Niagara Escarpment Commission’s Regulatory Control Area, a development permit authorizing the change in use of a building prior to the issuance of the license, or confirmation from the NEC stating that the proposed use is permitted is required, as applicable. For information purposes, the NEC permits Bed and Breakfast Establishments and Short-Term Accommodations to be located within Single Detached Dwellings as an as of right use. 
One file only.
64 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.

Acknowledgement

Please check each box stating you acknowledge each element
I acknowledge that all Operators shall adhere to and require guests to comply with parking regulations contained in the Zoning By-law, Town’s Parking By-law, and the approved Site Sketch.
I acknowledge that all Operators shall adhere to and require guests to comply with the submitted Fire Safety Protocol or approved Fire Safety Plan as approved by the Town of Lincoln and posted in the STA and B&B.
I acknowledge that all safety standards for the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment has been done in accordance with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code under the Electricity Act, 1998.
I acknowledge that all Operators shall adhere to and require guests to comply with the identified guestroom and occupancy limits identified on the submitted fire safety protocol or approved fire safety plan as approved by the Town of Lincoln and posted in the STA and B&B.
The Applicant and the Owner of the Short-Term Accommodation premises hereby covenant and agree to release and at all times save harmless and indemnify the Town, its elected officials, officers, employees, servants, agents, successors and assigns (“Town Releases”) from any and all liability, loss, or damage of any nature, including but not limited to property damage, personal injury, or death, all actions, causes of actions, claims and demands whatsoever which may be brought against or made upon the Town or the Town Releases, and against all loss, liability, judgements, costs or expenses, including legal fees, which the Town or the Town Releases may sustain, incur or be put to resulting from or arising out of any act or omission on the part of the Applicant or the Owner of the Short-Term Accommodation premises, or those for whom they may at law be responsible for, in relation to the operation of the Short-Term Accommodation.
I acknowledge that the property contains a functioning septic system in working order, which meets the standards within the Region of Niagara and Part 8 of the Ontario Building Code.

Declarations & Authorizations 

The following sections include several declarations and authorizations that must be confirmed and signed by the owner of the subject land to which this application applies.

Please check each box stating you confirm each item.

I/we make oath and say (or solemnly declare) that the information contained in this application is true and accurate, the information contains in the documents that accompany this application is true and that the owner as of the day on which this application is made has unconditional ownership of the subject land and has disclosed any agreements of encumbrances that apply to the subject lands. I/we make this solemn declaration conscientiously believing it to be true and know that it is of the same force and effect as if made under oath and by virtue of the Canada Evidence Act.
I/we hereby authorize Town of Lincoln staff and/or the Region of Niagara staff and/or the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority staff and/or Niagara Escarpment Commission staff to enter onto the subject lands for the limited purposes of evaluating the merits of this application.
The undersigned hereby agrees to indemnify and save harmless the Town from and against any and all claims, demands, causes of action, losses, costs, damages, actions, suits or proceedings that arise out of, or are attributable to the Short-Term Accommodation.
Sign above to confirm each of the above acknowledgements