Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
In the District Municipality of Invermere, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Business Licence Bylaw No. 1683, 2025 (Part 23 Short-Term Rental Accommodation), verified 2026-10-15. A licence is required. Zones allowed: Where permitted under Zoning Bylaw No. 1145, 2002, as amended, or where a Temporary Use Permit has been approved.
| licence required | yes | s. 23.1.1 |
| owner occupancy required | no | s. 23.3.2 |
| zones allowed | Where permitted under Zoning Bylaw No. 1145, 2002, as amended, or where a Temporary Use Permit has been approved. | s. 23.1.2 |
Business licence bylaw with STR section 23: licence required for any STR unit; only where zoning permits or a Temporary Use Permit is held (up to 3 years); principal-residence rules, responsible person, fee in Fees and Charges Bylaw, fines up to $50,000.
Bylaw index with Apply for a Short Term Rental Licence link.
STR page: 24-hour complaint line, licence forms and register of Temporary Use Permits issued for STR use (3-year terms, occupancy limits).