SHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION PROPERTIES VS.

COMMERCIAL RESORT UNIT

STA'S VS. CRU'S

Up here at Blue, there are several different types and locations to consider. The local bylaws regarding STA and CRU properties are quite detailed and require an educated advisor to make sure you are able to do the activities with your property that you have in mind. Being open with us about your short and long-term goals is essential to making sure the properties we suggest are suitable.

Short Term Accommodation(STA): means a building or structure or any part thereof that operates or offers a place of temporary residence, lodging or occupancy by way of concession, permit, lease, licence, rental agreement or similar commercial arrangement for any period less than thirty (30) consecutive calendar days, throughout all or any part of a calendar year. Short term Accommodation uses shall not mean or include a motel, hotel, bed and breakfast establishment, tourist cabin or cottage, hospital, commercial resort unit, village commercial resort unit or similar commercial or institutional use;

Commercial Resort Unit(CRU): Currently referred to as CRU’s being defined and included in the By law Multi-Unit Managed Rental Property means a unit that may be considered for a Type – E License that requires the Unit be under the control of a program that provides for the full centralized management of a minimum of ten commercial resort units including, but not limited to: a registered business that provides for such full centralized management. The Program shall provide a point of contact being an individual or company available on a 24 hour basis for security, housekeeping, maintenance, and accounting matters. In this definition, “full centralized management” means common, centralized or shared advertising, booking, operations, security, housekeeping, maintenance and accounting.

***It is important to understand that any purchase of an STA property will require reapplication in order to get a licence although already licensed properties should re-qualify without any major issues. STA applications are quite strict and require fire inspection and many upgrades above standard building code requirements.

We are well versed in what is required but can also refer consultants that can complete all aspects on your behalf. The different areas are listed below with a few quick notes for a better understanding of what future properties you might be interested in.

Rivergrass: Part of the Intrawest development from the early 2000’s. These properties are zoned STA and CRU. These properties are modern and feature forced air gas HVAC and come in 2, 3 or 4 bedroom models. This development has a year-round outdoor hot tub and a seasonal pool, plus it is walking distance from the hill. There is a 24h on demand shuttle service that will pick you or guests up at the door and take them anywhere in the village. Exact maps are available.

Snowbridge Way: This is an upper scale STA condo area designed by Intrawest also in the early 2000’s. It features beautiful grounds, many high end non rental houses and a seasonal pool. It is just slightly removed from the hustle and bustle of the Village but is surrounded by Monterra Golf Course and has a 24hr on demand Resort Shuttle available for your convenience. Older 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartment style units are available and also the new Snowbridge Towns in the centre have just been finished (final touches still ongoing) and these are 3-4 bedroom town homes with garage and basement.

Sierra Lane: STA and CRU units which were all constructed in and around 1987. Sierra Lane is a nicely located property on the north side of the 1st hole of Monterra Golf. It is the only legacy property with an outdoor seasonal pool.

Chateau Ridge: This STA and CRU was considered one of the top properties to own at prior to the development of the village and is still a very premier location mostly because of the expansive hill views and ski in and out privileges. Owners can enjoy the use of the Blue Mountain Inn amenities including an indoor year-round pool and several outdoor hot tubs, a gym and games area as well. Chateau Ridge has mostly 2 bedroom units but the rare modified 3 bedroom has come up.

Cachet Crossing: These Legacy properties are only zoned CRU so these can only do STA rentals on a program such as Property Valet. It is the closest property to the Village which makes it very attractive location. There are 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units in this development.

Wintergreen Place: Another very popular STA and CRU property Wintergreen is on the North Side of the 1st hole of Monterra Golf Course and right across the street from the Village. They are mostly 3 bedroom units that have long been very desirable for both owners and guests because of their location and space. Ski hill and golf course views.