Published on Wednesday, 8 December 2021 at 8:06:40 AM

The rise of AirBnB and other online platforms has led to increased demand for holiday accommodation in residential areas, rather than hotels and holiday parks.

The changes came into effect in September, which streamlines the approval process for low-impact short stays while giving hosts more guidance and ensuring good management of guests.

Under the changes, homeowners in Vincent will be able to rent out their homes to one family for short term accommodation for up to three months a year without planning approval.

They will just need to prepare a code of conduct for all guests, and a management plan in case there are any issues during the stay.

Mayor Emma Cole said Vincent had much to offer tourists with its close proximity to the Perth CBD, vibrant town centres, beautiful green spaces and gorgeous character homes.

“Until now anyone who wanted to open up their doors to holidaymakers or house sitters in
Vincent needed to get planning approval,” she said.

“Online accommodation sharing platforms are incredibly popular, but it was very rare for
homeowners to actually seek any approvals before welcoming their guests.

“These changes will make our rules around temporary accommodation more contemporary,
taking into account the scale of the short stay, the location of the home and the impact on
neighbours.”

“The changes would give homeowners more clarity and guidance and will help the City have better insight and management of house sharing and short-term accommodation in the community.”

“We think this strikes the balance between looking after our community and the integrity of
our neighbourhoods while giving homeowners the option to host and holiday.”

For more information please click below

https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/documents/780/local-planning-policy-short-term-accommodation

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