Apply for short-term accommodation

Before you apply, refer to Before you start for information about planning, building and plumbing approvals that may be needed.

To apply:

Delays in the assessment and approval process will occur if you don’t include all of the required information. 

Process once application is submitted

  • Submit your application and plans using the approved form. You are responsible for ensuring the application is complete.
  • We will review your application and plans and contact you if we need more information to process the application.
  • When we approve your plans, you may begin the fit out. Your building certifier and licensed plumber will advise if any building or plumbing approvals are required.
  • When you finish the fit out, contact us.
  • Council may inspect the premises before making a decision.
  • When we approve your licence application, you can start running your short-term accommodation business in line with the approved conditions.

Renovations and alterations

If you are making changes like renovating an existing licensed short-term accommodation business you will need to download and complete the Local Law Licence Short Term Accommodation Application Form(PDF, 836KB) to amend your licence.

Licence transfers

If you are buying a short-term accommodation business with an existing licence, you will need to apply for a transfer of that licence.

You might want to consider a presale inspection before buying a licensed short-term accommodation premises.

You can apply for a presale inspection by downloading and completing the PS2 - Property Information (Non Residential) Form (Option 26)(PDF, 666KB).

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