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Peter Drummond was back in front of council on Aug. 11 following the city香蕉视频直播檚 refusal to grant him a business licence for his property at 381 Viewcrest Crescent.
After Drummond香蕉视频直播檚 short-term licence was approved in 2022, it was cancelled in March 2025, following more than 50 complaints about the operation, according to city records. Drummond appealed to council, but it upheld the staff decision.
In April, Drummond applied for a new licence, which was refused by the city. Council voted unanimously to uphold that decision at its Aug. 11 meeting.
Councillors Maxine DeHart and Gord Lovegrove recused themselves from the discussion and the vote, citing a perceived conflict of interest, as they both own short-term rentals.
Staff pointed out that several more complaints were received after the licence was cancelled.
However, during his presentation to council, Drummond noted that only family and friends have been staying at the property over the past few months.
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A statement from the city provided to Black Press Media noted that during an investigation, it is not common practice for Bylaw Services to recommend or suggest any course of legal or retaliatory action when speaking with the subject of the complaint.
Regarding fines for multiple complaints, the city said it appears that the property owner is referencing the Good Neighbour Bylaw.
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