Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
In the City of Burnaby, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Burnaby Business Licence Bylaw 2017, Bylaw No. 13809 (consolidated 2026.1) incl. Schedule G Short Term Rental, verified 2026-10-18. A licence is required. Fee: as set-out in the Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw.
| licence required | yes | Schedule "G", s. 2.1 |
| owner occupancy required | yes | Schedule "G", s. 3.1 |
| fee | as set-out in the Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw | s. 4.2 |
Schedule G (added by Bylaw 14272, 2022-06-20) requires a short-term rental operator licence; STR must be operator's principal residence, one licence per operator, notifications to neighbours, responsible person, records and fire safety plan.
Licence process and application form for short-term rental licences and guidebook.
Business licence fee schedule lists Short Term Rental at $289.00.
City page: STR requires business licence, max 90 days per calendar year in principal residence; prohibited in rental units, secondary suites, accessory buildings, group homes; fines up to $500 per infraction.