Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
In the City of Vernon, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Business Licence Bylaw 6100, 2025 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-18. A licence is required. Zones allowed: AGRL, AGRS, MUS, MUA, MHS, MUM, MSH, RTH, RCC, CMUN.
| licence required | yes | s. 4.1 |
| owner occupancy required | yes | s. 5.15 |
Defines Short-Term Rental (three classifications) and requires a business licence; STR must be operated at licensee's principal residence, no licence for individual strata lot, owner/local contact duties, suite-specific rules (ss. 5.9, 5.15-5.18).
| zones allowed | AGRL, AGRS, MUS, MUA, MHS, MUM, MSH, RTH, RCC, CMUN | s. 8.2.2, 8.3.2, 9.1.2, 9.2.2, 9.3.2, 9.4.2, 9.5.2, 10.1.2, 10.2.2, 11.1.2 |
Defines Short-term Rental Accommodation as a use; one booking per dwelling unit at a time, max two adults per sleeping unit, parking required and not in visitor spaces.
Rules summary: STR permitted in dwellings for under 90 days; operators must hold a City business licence; aligned with provincial legislation.