FAQs Short Term Vacation Rentals South Pender

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STVR  OPEN  HOUSE 
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What is an STVR?
STVR refers to the commercial use of a dwelling or cottage to provide 
accommodation for people for periods of less than 30 consecutive days to 
persons who normally maintain a residence elsewhere.
Why is the South Pender LTC reviewing STVR policy?
FAQs  
STVRs (Short Term Vacation Rentals)
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What kinds of STVRs are on South Pender?
STVRs as a Permitted Principal Use: 
On lots where a single family dwelling is allowed as a principal 
use, short-term rental of those dwellings may be allowed (Rural 
Residential, Agricultural, Forestry, and Natural Resource zones). 
The owner/operator or manager does not have to be resident on the 
property.
A cottage can not be used for short term vacation rental at the same 
time as a dwelling on the same lot is being used for short term 
vacation rental as a principal use.
STVRS as Home Business:  
This includes rental of cottages and the use of the principal residence 
as a Bed and Breakfast, allowing up to 3 bedrooms to be rented 
provided the property owner or operator or one of the employees 
of the home business is a resident on the lot at the time the home 
business is operated. 
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Almost 20 years has past since STVR policy and regulation was introduced 
into the OCP and LUB. The LTC believes that it is time to examine the 
impact the operation of STVRs have had on South Pender and consider 
whether there is a need for a different approach to how STVRs are regulated 
on the island.
What does the STVR policy review involve?
The STVR policy review will involve gathering facts about STVR impacts 
through research and public engagement. 
Where does Bylaw 117 fit into the STVR policy review 
process?
Bylaw 117 is meant to be an interim step while the South Pender LTC 
conducts a review of STVR policy. This bylaw amendment will remain in 
force until it has been replaced by a future regulation informed by the STVR 
policy review.
How can I  share my views during the review process?
The South Pender LTC has initiated a STVR review process which will 
include public engagement opportunities via the internet and in person. 
Letters sent directly to Trustees or Islands Trust staff will also be included 
in the policy review. Details on public engagement will be provided on the 
South Pender Island webpage. 

  STVR  OPEN  HOUSE 
south pender island local trust committee
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STVRs
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What is the history of STVR policy and regulation on 
South Pender Island?
STVRs have existed on South Pender Island before they were acknowledged 
in policy or regulation. 
2000 -2002 OCP review discussions acknowledged need for STVRs to 
be recognized in policy.
2002 OCP amendment provided policy guidance on residential and 
short term rental use of both single family dwellings and cottages. 
Zoning regulations were developed to support OCP direction. 
2005 Southern Gulf Islands Accommodation Inventory report 
identifies 12 STVRs and 1 Bed and Breakfast

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