Short-term rentals — Magrath, Alberta

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

In the Town of Magrath, Alberta, short-term rentals rules are set by Town of Magrath Land Use Bylaw No. 1284 (September 2021, Consolidated to Bylaw 1321, September 2025), verified 2026-10-23. A licence is required. Zones allowed: R1, SR, R3, R4 (tourist home, discretionary use).

Town of Magrath Land Use Bylaw No. 1284 (September 2021, Consolidated to Bylaw 1321, September 2025) adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 21
owner occupancy required no regardless of whether the owner of the unit resides on the premises
zones allowed R1, SR, R3, R4 (tourist home, discretionary use) Schedule 4, Use Table
scout note

Town of Magrath Land Use Bylaw 1284: a tourist home (dwelling rented for stays of 28 days or less, owner on-site or not) is a discretionary use needing a development permit in the R1, SR, R3 and R4 residential districts. It must fit the residential context, not cause noise or traffic impacts, and meet provincial Minimum Housing and Health Standards.

Magrath bylaws and policies

Bylaw index page; no STR-specific bylaw listed.

Machine-readable: short-term-rentals.json · Official website: http://www.magrath.ca · Last verified 2026-10-23 · Short-term rentals across Alberta · Short-term rentals in other municipalities