Determine whether the project qualifies as tourist accommodation
The 31-day threshold and tourism purpose of the stay are the starting point. An investment chalet generally falls under tourist accommodation rather than a principal residence.
Start with the municipality before CITQ
Municipal compliance documentation precedes provincial registration. If Saint-Côme requires an occupancy authorization certificate or additional local steps, provincial registration does not replace them.
Review zoning and conditional use
Saint-Côme's official page distinguishes zones permitted without conditional use, zones requiring it and zones prohibited except for acquired rights. Confirm this for the specific address or lot.
Prepare operational opening
Compliance, signage, taxes, rental contact person, house rules, safety, hot tubs, noise, parking and quality checks should be ready before the first arrival.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can Gestion Dryades confirm an address is compliant?
Gestion Dryades can help structure a preliminary assessment and questions, but confirmation must come from the relevant authorities based on the lot, zone, use and current rules.
Why distinguish official sources, public data and estimates?
Municipal rules, observed public prices and revenue estimates provide different information. Separating them prevents overly optimistic scenarios.
What is the best first step?
Before modelling revenue, verify the lot, permitted use, site constraints and setup budget. Only then does a financial scenario become meaningful.
Are short-term rentals allowed everywhere in Saint-Côme?
No. Eligibility depends on the zone and may require conditional use. Official verification of the address or lot is necessary.