The Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh (ACW) Council has endorsed the Draft Licensing By-Law for Short-Term Rentals (STRs) and requested the Short-Term Rental Committee proceed with public consultation. 

This proposed by-law is designed to balance the benefits of STRs in the community with the need to address concerns related to safety, neighbourhood compatibility, and long-term housing availability.

Community members are invited to have their say on the proposed Short-Term Rental Licensing By-Law. During this period, residents, STR owners, and other stakeholders can review the draft by-law, ask questions, and provide feedback through the Public Feedback Form. Your input will help Council consider community perspectives before finalizing the regulation. 

Open House and Public Information Session:

Saturday, September 20, 2025 

9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 

Kingsbridge Centre Basement - 84675A Bluewater Hwy, RR #3 Goderich, ON, N7A 3X9

Online Feedback Form:

The public commenting period closed September 30, 2025. 

Learn more about the proposed Short-Term Rental Licensing By-Law here: www.acwtownship.ca/government/projects-initiatives/short-term-rentals