Short-term rentals — Yellowhead County, Alberta

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

In the Municipal District of Yellowhead County, Alberta, short-term rentals rules are set by Land Use Bylaw No. 02.24 – Office Consolidation May 2026 (Yellowhead County), verified 2026-10-23. A licence is required. Zones allowed: ND, RD, CRD, ERRD, ID, CD, UND, USD (discretionary).

Land Use Bylaw No. 02.24 – Office Consolidation May 2026 (Yellowhead County) adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 4.1.5(m) ('does not include Short Term Accommodations')
owner occupancy required yes s. 9.3.1(f) ('only be considered on parcel(s) that are owner-occupied')
zones allowed ND, RD, CRD, ERRD, ID, CD, UND, USD (discretionary) ss. 2.2.4, 2.4.4, 2.5.4, 2.6.4, 2.7.4, 2.8.4, 2.9.4, 2.10.4
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Yellowhead County Land Use Bylaw 02.24, s.9.3.1: Short Term Accommodation needs a development permit in districts listing it (Schedule A chart). Owner-occupied parcels only (proof of residency), one per parcel, must be a room within a dwelling and subordinate to the main use, one non-illuminated sign, and a professional report on water/septic capacity.

Yellowhead County Land Use Bylaw page

Bylaw index page.

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