Robinson reviewed the current zoning bylaw for Tiny, enacted in 2006 and having undergone updates for housekeeping issues. In the memo provided to council during a recent committee of the whole meeting, Robinson addressed both questions separately, beginning with information on dwelling units. “Why that’s relevant here is where we see the majority of these STR are in dwelling units, whether it’s detached dwelling units or semi-detached dwelling units,” Robinson explained. However, a ZBL term called ‘tourist establishment’ exists, which provides a definition for a use that relates to accommodations for the travelling public. As the unique occurrence of STR occur in dwelling units, Robinson asked, “Can a dwelling unit also be a tourist establishment?

Source: thestar August 18, 2021 18:45 UTC