Short-Term Lets Consultation
This consultation is now closed.
Thank you for completing this survey.
With your help we have now published our findings report. From the information gathered it is recommended that the working group reconsider the proposed fees, proposed additional fees and whether temporary Short-Term Let Licences should be introduced.
As a result of the Civic Government Scotland Act 1982 (Licensing of Short Term Lets) Order 2022 being passed by the Scottish Parliament, local authorities in Scotland must introduce a licensing scheme for properties operating as short term lets.
The licensing scheme will start on 1 October 2022 and will cover all short-term lets by July 2024.
As part of the scheme, the Council must publish a licensing policy for short term lets in the area. Properties operating in this manner will have to conform to a minimum safety standard. The Council will also be able to add additional conditions to licences to respond to local circumstances.
You can read more about the short-term lets licensing scheme on the Scottish Government website.
Draft Short-Term Lets Policy
The Council’s Short-Term Lets Policy focuses on ensuring that an efficient, effective and proportionate licensing scheme is in place, which is customised to the needs and circumstances of East Dunbartonshire and supports applicants who wish to obtain a short-term let licence. The policy outlines how the Council will administer applications, collect fees and monitor short-term lets.
We want to hear your views
Please fill out this short online survey (NOW CLOSED) to share your views on the Council's draft short term-lets policy.