Short-term rentals — Port Clements, British Columbia

Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?

In the Village of Port Clements, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Zoning Bylaw No. 444, 2024, verified 2026-10-18. A licence is required.

Zoning Bylaw No. 444, 2024 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 4.19(2)(a)
owner occupancy required yes in the principal residence of a property host
zones allowed Residential Urban (R-1), Rural Residential (R-2), Mobile Home Park (MH-2), Commercial Core (C-1), Commercial Service (C-2), Marine Commercial (M-1), Marine Tourism (M-3) s. 7.3.1 B(1)(g); s. 7.3.2 B(1); s. 7.3.4 B(1)(f); s. 7.3.5 B(1)(v); s. 7.3.6 B(1)(t); s. 7.3.7 B(1)(l); s. 7.3.9 B(1)(m)
scout note

Defines Short Term Rental Accommodation (principal residence, under 30 days); s.4.19 standards: max 2 occupants per bedroom, emergency egress, off-street parking, Village business licence, weekly waste collection, posted 24-hour contact; STR listed as permitted use in several zones.

Bylaws and Policies page

Village of Port Clements bylaw index.

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