| licence required | yes | s. 3.2; s. 10.15(a) |
| fee | $200.00 | Schedule A |
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Business licence bylaw with Short Term Rental licence class (s.10.15), annual fee per Schedule A, owner consent required for tenant-operated STRs.
Short-term rentals — Sidney, British Columbia
Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
In the Town of Sidney, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Business Licence Bylaw No. 2119 (consolidated) and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-15. A licence is required. Fee: $200.00.
| owner occupancy required | yes | s. 4.1.11.a.ii |
| zones allowed | Areas designated Neighbourhood Residential, Intensive Neighbourhood Residential, Multi-Unit Residential, West Sidney Mixed Use Village, or Downtown Commercial in Official Community Plan Map 1. | s. 4.1.11.a.i |
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STR permitted in any zone within OCP residential/mixed-use designations if principal residence is continuously occupied; max 2 bedrooms, 2 adults per bedroom; no extra cooking facilities in bedrooms. In force July 1, 2024.
Rules summary: STR allowed on most residential properties with principal residence; annual $200 business licence fee; licence package linked.