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How to Check Zoning Before Buying Your Bed and Breakfast

🚫 Don’t Let Zoning Laws Kill Your B&B Dream

You’ve found the perfect property, imagined the clotted cream breakfasts, and started pricing antique teapots. But here’s the kicker: can you even legally run a B&B there?

In this episode of Mastering B&B Management, Gerry MacPherson dives into the zoning regulations that can make or break your bed and breakfast startup. We’ll walk you through exactly what to ask who to talk to, and what steps to take to make sure your future business isn’t stopped before it starts.

🎧 Whether you’re Googling “how to start a B&B in the UK” or “B&B permits and zoning laws in Canada,” this is the episode for you.

🗂️ Episode Timeline:

• [01:20] What zoning means and why it matters
• [03:45] Key questions to ask zoning officers
• [07:10] How to navigate variances and special permits
• [09:20] A real-life cautionary tale (0.15 acres too small!)
• [11:05] Zoning is just the start—here come the fire codes
• [13:00] If you’ve already bought the property, here’s your rescue plan
• [15:10] Recap + your next steps

📘 Want this all in one easy-to-follow guide?
Download the Licensing and Zoning Checklist included in our full course:
👉 Mastering B&B Management: Comprehensive Guide to Starting, Running, & Growing Your Bed & Breakfast
https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-bb-management-comprehensive-guide-to-starting-running-and-growing-your-bed-breakfast

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⇒ TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON KEYSTONE HOSPITALITY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT:
https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2025/06/how-to-check-bb-zoning-before-buying-a-bb-076

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