In the Town of Drumheller, Alberta, short-term rentals rules are set by Town of Drumheller Business Licence Bylaw 06.23, verified 2026-10-22. A licence is required. Zones allowed: Countryside District (CSD), Downtown District (DTD), Neighborhood Centre District (NCO), Neighborhood District (ND), and Rural Development District (ROD).
Town of Drumheller Business Licence Bylaw 06.23
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 10.1
owner occupancy required
no
s. 10.2(c)
zones allowed
Countryside District (CSD), Downtown District (DTD), Neighborhood Centre District (NCO), Neighborhood District (ND), and Rural Development District (ROD)
s. 10.9
scout note
Town of Drumheller Business Licence Bylaw 06.23, s.10: a short-term rental needs a business licence (floor plan, photos, home-sharing insurance). Licence number in all ads; no overlapping bookings; one STR per parcel; only in CSD, DTD, NCO, ND and ROD districts; max 2 guests per bedroom; annual cap on STR licences; safety equipment and posted emergency contacts. Fines $300–$1,000.
Drumheller: all short-term rental hosts need a business licence (from Feb 1, 2024) under Business License Bylaw 06.23, with fire and emergency safety requirements; application checklist and rules are in the Town's Good Host Guide.