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Insurance Upon Destruction (IUD)

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The Insurance Under Destruction (IUD) value determines payouts when a strata lot is destroyed and is instrumental in rebuilding decisions.
Unit Entitlement may influence monthly fees and voting power; it relates to the IUD and was calculated using the same values.
Upgrades made by owners are not covered by strata insurance, so additional personal insurance is necessary for replacement costs.
Stratas with a rental pool need pre-determined IUD calculations to manage revenue sharing accurately.
Working with an experienced buyer’s agent can help navigate strata complexities and find the right property in Whistler.

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The Rental Pool allows condo owners to earn revenue even when their unit is not rented.
Owners receive a share of room revenue based on Generally Accepted Hotel Accounting Principles.
Detailed financial statements are available for major Phase 2 properties, but smaller properties offer more basic reports.
Monthly owner statements are crucial to understanding individual use and its impact on revenue.
Consider additional resources on Phase 2 properties for potential investment opportunities.

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Owners can use their Phase 2 condo-hotel for up to 28 days in both winter and summer, reserving dates seven months in advance.
Each hotel has a unique management agreement outlining personal use rules, cancellations, and property disposition.
Revenue from Phase 2 condos is classified as business income, requiring CRA approval for the entire hotel.
Whistler has 14 Phase 2 properties, with major hotels providing detailed financial reports to owners.
Contact an experienced Whistler realtor to navigate the buying process and understand upcoming renovations.

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Short-term rental hosts in BC must display a valid business licence number on advertisments to comply with the BC Registry.
The Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act was introduced in 2025 to help municipalities regulate short-term rentals.
Registration in the BC program costs $600 per year, while Whistler’s nightly rental business license costs $250 per year.
Whistler’s regulation has been in place since 2017. To avoid fines, nightly rentals require a business licence.

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Whistler has specific zones for renting nightly, requiring a tourist accommodation zoning designation.
You cannot legally rent your Whistler property nightly if it only has residential zoning.
A business license from the Resort Municipality of Whistler is essential for operating a nightly rental property.
Rules around nightly rentals are complex and often change, so working with an experienced buyer’s agent is crucial.