Non-primary residence

A non-primary residence is a dwelling unit that is not the operator’s primary residence.

Non-primary residences may only be operated as short-term rentals if the operator owned them on or before February 23, 2023.

All short-term rentals must abide by the requirements for operation.

A non-primary residence may be rented as follows:

  • Up to three non-primary residence short-term rentals can be operated by:
    • An individual who is a permanent resident of Winnipeg, or
    • A corporation/partnership wholly owned by Winnipeg residents 

The property must have been owned by the individual or corporation on or before February 23, 2023.

The short-term rental can be rented for a maximum of 29 consecutive nights per booking.

Non-primary residences have no restrictions on the number of nights per year that they can be rented.

Application requirements

Non-primary residences may only be operated as a short-term rental if they were owned on or before February 23, 2023.

Please provide the following requirements with your Short-term rental accommodation licence application form.

  • Safety plan, with a floor plan showing the location of all:
    • Smoke detectors
    • Carbon monoxide detectors
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Emergency exits
    • Bedrooms
    • Kitchens
    • Bathrooms
  • You will need to provide two pieces of government-issued identification (e.g. driver's licence or photo ID card issued by province or territory in Canada). Please note: the name used on your application must match your identification
  • If you are not the owner of the property, a letter of approval giving you permission to operate a short-term rental
    • If you rent the property, a letter of permission/approval from the landlord
    • For condominiums, a letter of permission/approval from the condo board
  • Contact information of an individual authorized by the owner to address legal issues and complaints
  • Winnipeg Police Record Review (PDF, 328KB)
  • Police Vulnerable Sector Check with Criminal Record Check (PVSC)
    • Checks completed within the last 6 months are valid
    • Apply early to allow time for processing
  • Licence fee payment

Incomplete applications will be rejected or delayed. 

Renewal requirements

Delays in reporting or paying your accommodation tax, or scheduling your annual inspection may impact the timely renewal of your licence. Ensure that the following steps are completed as soon as possible.

Accommodation tax reports and payments

All accommodation tax reports and payments must be up to date. If you are unsure if you have outstanding taxes, please contact us at CMSLicensing@winnipeg.ca.

Annual property inspection

An annual property inspection must be conducted before your licence can be renewed. 

  • Email CMSLicensing@winnipeg.ca to schedule your inspection
  • Include the address of your short-term rental property in your email

Inspections are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Accurate information on file

Any discrepancy in owner and/or property information may result in the suspension or revocation of a licence. To update your information, call 204-986-2234.

Payment of licence renewal fee

Short-term rental licences are not renewed until the licence renewal fee is paid.

Questions?

cms-lbe@winnipeg.ca
 204‑986‑2234

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