Guests can even bring their own just in case. On arrival, confirm that smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in place, and test them. Scan the online reviews for any safety concerns. Yet Airbnb lists more than 1,000 places for rent.) (City officials said short-term rentals are illegal in Old Montreal, with 10 establishments authorized to operate, having been grandfathered in. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan RemiorzĬheck to see a rental’s registration number is posted in the listing as a way to confirm the operation is above board.
A deadly fire that swept through a building in Old Montreal on Thursday where several apartments were being used as Airbnb units is raising safety concerns about short-term rental properties.
Here are several steps guests can take to protect themselves:įirefighters continue the search for victims Monday, Maat the scene of last week’s fire that left one person dead and six people missing in Montreal.