After adopting a licensing system for Short Term Rental Units, like Airbnbs, the Town of Essex is holding a public meeting to explain what it will mean for residents.
Those who host an existing short-term rental property have until December 31, 2022, to apply for a license. The fee is $700, and it's for three years.
Essex adopted a system of zoning regulations limiting where short-term rentals are allowed to operate back in May.
The town is also setting up a hotline for reporting concerns and complaints.
"With the upcoming licensing changes, we want to ensure that everyone is prepared and informed," said Acting Mayor Richard Meloche.
The new rules come into effect on September 1.
Town of Essex staff will be at the Colchester Community Centre at 100 Jackson Street in Colchester on Tuesday, August 23.
It starts at 6 p.m. and should end at 8 p.m.
Anyone who can't make it but wants to submit comments or questions can email str@essex.ca.
