In the City of Merritt, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Zoning Bylaw No. 2284, 2020 (consolidated 2026) - s.4.34 Short-Term Rentals, verified 2026-10-15. A licence is required. Zones allowed: AR1, C2, C3, C4, C6; discretionary in R1, R3, R7, R8, C5.
Defines STR (under 30 consecutive days and 90 days/yr). Permitted in AR1, C2-C4, C6; discretionary in R1, R3, R7, R8, C5. Requires business licence displayed on site, strata permission, parking, max stay 30 days and 90 days per year.