Landlords/Property Management Companies Survey

Are you a Property Owner or Manager in Hamilton? We want to hear from you!

Survey deadline: August 24, 2026

Notice of Collection: The City of Hamilton collects this information under the authority of sections 10 and 227 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as well as Business Licensing By-law 07-170, Property Standards By-law 23-162, Snow Removal By-law 03-296, and Yard Maintenance By-law 10-118. Any personal information collected through the Rental Housing Licensing Survey will be used to support a public report to City of Hamilton Council on the effectiveness of the Rental Housing Licensing Program and to identify any improvements or efficiencies that may be needed. Personal information will be removed or redacted before any information is included in the public report. Questions about the collection of this personal information can be directed to the Acting Manager Licensing, Licensing and By-law Services, Planning and Economic Development. 330 Wentworth St N., Hamilton, ON, L8L 5W3. 905-546-2424 ext 1789,Tiffany.Gardner@hamilton.ca.

How familiar are you with the City of Hamilton's Rental Housing Licensing Program?

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What Ward do you live in? Not sure, use the Find my Ward Map.

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Are you a ....?

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Property Owner

Property Manager

What type of rental property/properties do you own/manage? Pick all that apply.

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Single family dwelling (house)

Two family dwelling (duplex)

Secondary dwelling unit (ie. Basement apartment)

Additional dwelling unit (ie. Laneway home, converted garage, etc)

A unit in an apartment building

Other (please specify)

How many rental properties do you currently own/manage in Hamilton?

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Do any of the rental properties you own/manage fall within the current wards that require a licence? Not sure, use the Find my Ward map.

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Do any of the rental properties you own/manage currently hold a valid licence?

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Are you supportive of the requirement for rental housing properties to obtain a licence to operate?

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Please tell us why/why not

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Licensing is a great way to let potential tenants know that your property is safe and complies with all applicable standards. Given this, do you think it would be an advantage to advertise your rental property as City licensed?

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Fees are required to recover the costs associated with inspections and administering the program. The cost to obtain a licence in 2026 licence (subject to annual increases approved through the User Fee and Charges By-law) is $735 (not including a zoning verification).

Do you fees these fees are..

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