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

Short-term rentals — Salmo, British Columbia: Zoning Bylaw No. 489, 2001 (consolidated through Bylaw 757)

In the Village of Salmo, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Zoning Bylaw No. 489, 2001 (consolidated through Bylaw 757), verified 2026-10-15. A licence is required. Zones allowed: R-1, R-2, RM-1, and RR-1 zones (bed and breakfast accommodations, also referred to as short-term rental).

Zoning Bylaw No. 489, 2001 (consolidated through Bylaw 757) adopted bylaw

licence required	yes	s. 3.11(f)
zones allowed	R-1, R-2, RM-1, and RR-1 zones (bed and breakfast accommodations, also referred to as short-term rental)	s. 4.4.1(9), s. 4.5.1(9), s. 4.7.1(11), s. 4.8.1(9)

scout note

Bylaw 754 (adopted 2024-05-28) added a Short-Term Rental definition (under 90 consecutive days, also called bed and breakfast). Section 3.11: B&B/short-term rental limited to two sleeping units with sign and parking limits; operator must hold a Village business licence.