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Kawartha Lakes

Kawartha Lakes STR Licence: A Step-by-Step Guide for Cottage Owners

By [Nikole or Matthew Varga] · [publish date]

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Hosted or un-hosted, insurance, site plans and alarms: what the City of Kawartha Lakes asks for and how to prepare.

Outline

Who needs a licence (stays under 28 days)
Hosted vs. un-hosted and the 2026 fees
Documents: ownership, ID, $2M insurance, site and floor plans, alarms
Septic, well and fire-safety items to check before applying
Timeline (about 2–6 weeks) and common delays
Link to the City's official page; last-reviewed date; not legal advice
CTA: we help full-service clients prepare the package

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