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Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen holds survey on vacation rentals

Survey available online and in paper copies
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The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is conducting a survey about short-term and vacation rentals. (File image)

The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is conducting a survey to gather feedback on temporary use permits that authorize the operation of vacation rentals in the region.

Advisory planning commissions within the regional district have requested a review of the regulation and enforcement of temporary use permits.

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The RDOS is looking to address concerns and interests in vacation rentals, also referred to as short-term rentals, before making changes.

A survey on vacation rentals includes questions about the rentals and asks respondents to consider regulatory options.

The online survey can be found at rdosregionalconnections.ca/temporary-use-permits. Paper copies will be mailed on request and are available at the regional district office, 101 Martin St., Penticton; Osoyoos Town Hall, 8707 Main St., Osoyoos and Riverside Community Centre, 148 Old Hedley Rd., Princeton.

The survey opens Wednesday, Jan. 11 and runs until Wednesday, Feb. 15.

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John Arendt

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John Arendt has worked as a journalist for more than 30 years. He has a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Journalism degree from Ryerson Polytechnical Institute.
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