Short-Term Rentals (31 Days or Less)

In the Municipality of La Pêche, the regulations and expected behaviors for residential rentals are strictly defined to protect the local environment, community quietude, and the long-term housing market.

Rules & Restrictions

• Principal Residences Only: You cannot operate a short-term rental in a secondary residence (cottage/chalet) anywhere in La Pêche. STRs are strictly limited to an owner’s principal residence.
• Mandatory Approvals: Before renting out a principal residence, owners must obtain a municipal Conditional Use Authorization (Usage Conditionnel) and a certificate of authorization from La Pêche.
• CITQ Registration: Hosts must register with the Corporation de l’industrie touristique du Québec (CITQ). The registration number must be displayed on all online listings (Airbnb, Vrbo, etc.), and the certificate must be posted at the property entrance.
• Insurance & Taxes: Hosts must carry at least $2,000,000 in civil liability insurance and collect the mandatory 3.5% provincial lodging tax.

Expected Behavior & Nuisance Laws

Following localized community friction regarding “party houses”, La Pêche enforces strict behavioral guidelines for short-term occupants:

• No “Toy” or Motorized Vessel Rental Disruptions: To protect local wildlife and ensure peace, listings must explicitly state that guests are prohibited from bringing ATVs, side-by-sides, dirt bikes, snowmobiles, or motorized watercraft (like jet skis and motorboats).
• Zero-Tolerance Nuisance Rules: No noise or disruption may be perceptible outside the property boundaries.
• No Fireworks: The use of firecrackers or fireworks is strictly banned as a public nuisance.
• Host Availability: The owner or a designated local representative must be reachable at all times while the property is occupied by guests.