Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
In the Village of Cumberland, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Business Licensing and Regulation Bylaw No. 1239, 2025 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-15. A licence is required. Zones allowed: R-1 and R-2 (Figure 10-1 areas), MU-1 (specific lots per condition 14), and MU-2.
| licence required | yes | s. 4.5.1 |
| owner occupancy required | yes | "by a principal resident operator" |
Section 4.5 creates a Short-Term Rental licence class: operator needs a Village business licence and compliance with the provincial STR Accommodations Act; licence number and provincial registration number must appear in listings; outdoor sign with manager name/phone; local contact required.
| licence required | yes | All home occupations must have a valid business licence |
| owner occupancy required | yes | principal residence is on the same lot |
| zones allowed | R-1 and R-2 (Figure 10-1 areas), MU-1 (specific lots per condition 14), and MU-2 | Table 10.2(1); Table 11.2(1) |
Defines Accommodation, Short-Term Rental and regulates it as a home occupation: allowed only in areas shown in Figure 10-1, max one dwelling unit per lot, must follow provincial STR rules; has a parking rate (0.6 spaces per sleeping unit).
Bylaw index listing the zoning and business licence bylaws.