Feb. 8 update: Council approved Residential Rental Licensing, as Amended by Administrative Policies Committee on January 24, 2024. Discussion and deliberation preceded the passing of the motion. We encourage participants to watch the Council meeting and read the minutesfrom the meeting for additional information.
On December 20, 2022, City Council passed a motiondirecting staff to draft a report that would examine the implementation of a pilot Residential Rental Licensing Program (RRLP), along with other potential regulatory options.
In this iteration of the RRLP, the pilot program is proposed to apply to properties containing 1 to 4 residential rental units on a lot in Sydenham and Kingscourt – Rideau, two districts with a high density of rental properties.These properties constitute the greatest unknown in the City’s rental inventory and, as such, may pose the greatest risk.
The proposed objectives of an RRLP include:
To protect the health and safety of persons residing in rental units
To build an inventory of the City’s existing rental housing stock
To achieve these objectives at the lowest cost to all participants
How will we achieve these objectives?
Identifying rental units
Examination of safety of rental units
We are seeking feedback from tenants, landlords, property managers, and community members to identify concerns with residential units, as well gather feedback on the potential benefits and limitations of a Residential Rental Licensing Program.
Feb. 8 update: Council approved Residential Rental Licensing, as Amended by Administrative Policies Committee on January 24, 2024. Discussion and deliberation preceded the passing of the motion. We encourage participants to watch the Council meeting and read the minutesfrom the meeting for additional information.
On December 20, 2022, City Council passed a motiondirecting staff to draft a report that would examine the implementation of a pilot Residential Rental Licensing Program (RRLP), along with other potential regulatory options.
In this iteration of the RRLP, the pilot program is proposed to apply to properties containing 1 to 4 residential rental units on a lot in Sydenham and Kingscourt – Rideau, two districts with a high density of rental properties.These properties constitute the greatest unknown in the City’s rental inventory and, as such, may pose the greatest risk.
The proposed objectives of an RRLP include:
To protect the health and safety of persons residing in rental units
To build an inventory of the City’s existing rental housing stock
To achieve these objectives at the lowest cost to all participants
How will we achieve these objectives?
Identifying rental units
Examination of safety of rental units
We are seeking feedback from tenants, landlords, property managers, and community members to identify concerns with residential units, as well gather feedback on the potential benefits and limitations of a Residential Rental Licensing Program.
The following survey asks participants to share their experiences with residential rentals including issues experienced* with residential rental units as well as the perceived benefits and limitations of a residential rental licensing program. By completing the survey, you will receive project updates by email. This survey displays best on the following browsers (desktop and mobile): Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari.
This survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete.Results will be used to identify concerns and understand the perceived benefits and limitations of a residential rental licensing program. Participants have the option to enter a draw for a $100 VISA gift card as a thank you for their time.If you’d prefer to complete a paper copy of this survey, please contact Communications@CityofKingston.ca.
The survey will close on Dec. 21, 2023.
*Please note that information disclosed in this survey is for consultation purposes only and any immediate property concerns should be directed to the appropriate channel. Information about how to file a tenant rights application or property standards complaint can be found on CityofKingston.ca.
All information received will be compiled and considered by staff for use under the purposes of this site. Information will be collected and used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and other relevant privacy legislation. All comments made on this site are available to the public and may form part of public records.
Project Timeline
Open
Residential Rental Licensing has finished this stage
This consultation is open for contributions.
August 2023 - December 2023
Residential Rental Licensing has finished this stage
Staff facilitate meetings with key participants including 5 Councillor Town Halls, Kingston Rental Property Owners Association and local community groups.
Dec 21
Residential Rental Licensing has finished this stage
Survey Closes
Contributions to this consultation are closed for evaluation and review.
January 2024
Residential Rental Licensing has finished this stage
Engagement Reporting Out
The project team will report back on key outcomes.
January 24 2024
Residential Rental Licensing is currently at this stage
Consultation report will be shared with Administrative Policies Committee.
January 2024
this is an upcoming stage for Residential Rental Licensing
Residential Rental Licensing Pilot Program is drafted.
