| licence required | yes | s. 2(a) |
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Business licence bylaw; s.14.5 (Amendment 628, 2024) fines operating an STRA or B&B without a valid licence up to $3,000 per day per offence.
Short-term rentals — Belcarra, British Columbia
Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
In the Village of Belcarra, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Village of Belcarra Consolidated Business Licence Bylaw No. 227, 1995 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-15. A licence is required. Zones allowed: RS-1, RM-1, RM-2, and RM-3 zones as a Home-Based Business Use.
| zones allowed | RS-1, RM-1, RM-2, and RM-3 zones as a Home-Based Business Use | s. 104 (STRA is a Home-Based Business Use); s. 302.3(a), 303.3(a), 304.3(a), 305.3(a) |
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Defines Short Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) as a home-based business use (rental under one month); STRA and B&B uses must comply with Council Policy 210 and meet home-based-business conditions (parking, noise). Added by Bylaw 580, 2021.
Council policy (revised 2024-05-21): STRA/B&B needs a business licence decided by the CAO; applicants must declare principal residence, show title certificate and $2M liability insurance; inspection and complaint history considered.
Business licence fee for STRA and B&B is $100 per year (may be increased annually at the Village's discretion).