Barrie Rentals – Rooming House (City of Barrie – How to License)

Boarding Lodging & Rooming (BLR) Houses for the City of Barrie

Every BLR house (small or large, new or existing) must be licensed by the City. Written verification that the BLR house is in compliance with the requirements of the Ontario Building Code, Fire Code and the City’s Property Standards By-law must be provided to the By-law Services Office.

What is a Boarding Lodging Rooming House?

A Boarding Lodging Rooming House, Small (BLR House, Small) is:
A Boarding Lodging Rooming House where lodging is provided for not more than six (6) tenants.

A Boarding Lodging Rooming House, Large (BLR House, Large) is:
A Boarding Lodging Rooming House where lodging is provided for more than six (6) tenants.

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