Short-term rentals — Lamont County, Alberta

Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?

In the Municipal District of Lamont County, Alberta, short-term rentals rules are set by Lamont County Land Use Bylaw No. 848.22 (consolidated, last amended June 24, 2025), verified 2026-10-23. A licence is required. Zones allowed: Agricultural (A) District and Country Residential (CR) District, as a discretionary use.

Lamont County Land Use Bylaw No. 848.22 (consolidated, last amended June 24, 2025) adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 8.27.2
owner occupancy required no s. 8.27.1
zones allowed Agricultural (A) District and Country Residential (CR) District, as a discretionary use s. 12.2.2; s. 12.4.2
scout note

Lamont County LUB 848.22 s.8.27: a tourist home (non-owner-occupied house rented <28 days) needs a development permit and is only allowed where listed (discretionary in Agricultural and Country Residential districts). Max 4 sleeping units, one extra parking stall per unit, no advertising before a permit, not allowed with a secondary dwelling or B&B.

Lamont County bylaws and policies

Bylaw index page.

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