New rules for Short-Term Rentals (STRs) will come into effect on 30 September 2024. The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing has announced the fees and registration process for 2024-25.

In March, 2023-24 registrations were extended to September 2024. All short-term rentals and tourist accommodations planning to operate beyond 30 September 2024 must obtain a 2024-25 registration number. 

Regulations under the Short-term Rentals Registration Act include new registration requirements, host categories, rates and penalties.

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Under the new registration requirements:
- all tourist accommodations and short-term rentals will be required to provide supporting documentation such as proof of compliance with municipal bylaws and, where applicable, written consent from the property owner or condo board, and proof of primary residence
- annual registration rates range from $50 to $2,000 per unit depending on the accommodation type and location; higher rates apply to short-term rentals in areas where the need for housing is greater
- unregistered or non-compliant short-term rental operators may be subject to fines up to $100,000.

Annual registration rates for traditional tourist accommodations, such as motels, hotels and inns, are not changing.

The online registration service will open in mid-August. Accommodations that were previously registered will receive an email reminder when registration opens, or you can check Register your tourist accommodation - Government of Nova Scotia

To ensure applications will be processed and adjudicated prior to 30 September, operators are encouraged to submit an application by 16 September 2024.