Renter

Even if you are a long or short-term renter, you are still a neighbour! Help be a good neighbour to those who live and visit around you. Don’t forget that as a renter all town by-laws are still relevant.

Be a friendly long or short-term renter

• Introduce yourself and/or wave when you see a neighbour. Even if you are just visiting short term, it’s always nice to be friendly!
• Be courteous and considerate of your neighbours concerns or issues
• Respect private property by not trespassing
• Give your neighbour a heads up if you anticipate something out of the ordinary for example noise or additional cars for a celebration

Respectfully handle issues

• Calmly talk to your neighbour in person or on the phone about your concern
• Include your landlord or property owner in the conversation if it is not something you can help with
• Stay calm, polite and respectful during your conversation
• Respectfully listen and work together to resolve any concerns or issues
• If you have tried all of the above, share your concerns with your landlord or property owner so they can report it online or call our By-law Department.

Be considerate

• Be aware of by-laws
• Check the Fire Danger Rating online before you have a fire
• Make sure you have an emergency contact to reach your landlord or property owner if there is an issue
• Be aware of any lake association code of conducts such as the Muskoka Lakes Association Good Neighbour Code

Common concerns for renters

When it comes to being a good neighbor as a long or short-term renter, it’s important to be familiar with the following:

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