Short-term rentals — Central Saanich, British Columbia
Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
In the District Municipality of Central Saanich, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Zoning Bylaw No. 2270, 2026, verified 2026-10-15. Zones allowed: C-T, C-M, C-BL; R-A for 7247 West Saanich Road and 851 Brentwood Drive.
Zoning Bylaw No. 2270, 2026
adopted bylaw
zones allowed
C-T, C-M, C-BL; R-A for 7247 West Saanich Road and 851 Brentwood Drive
s. 6.10.1(6), 6.11.1(12), 6.12.1(10), 6.27.7(4)-(5)
scout note
Defines Short Term Rental Accommodation (under 90 consecutive days, excludes hotels/B&Bs) and lists it as a permitted principal use in certain tourism/commercial zones and some site-specific zones; secondary dwelling units may not be used for STR.
Central Saanich Zoning Bylaw No. 2270, 2026 (resource library page)