Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
In the Town of Comox, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Zoning Bylaw No. 2056 (consolidated to July 8, 2026), verified 2026-10-18. A licence is required. Zones allowed: R-SSMU, R-WF, R-CL, R-LL, RM-1, and MU-5.
| licence required | yes | Table 6.5(3)(a) |
| zones allowed | R-SSMU, R-WF, R-CL, R-LL, RM-1, and MU-5 | Table 9.2(1); Table 10.2(1); Table 11.2(1) |
Defines Vacation Rental accommodation as a home occupation; Table 6.5(3) conditions: business licence, resident property owner with principal residence on same lot, one dwelling unit per lot; permitted in listed residential zones.
Town page: vacation rental licence approved through multi-department review incl. bylaw officer and zoning check; licence fee $300; about 2 months.