Section 12: a short-term rental operator must hold a business licence; application requires proof the operator is a principal resident, a designated local contact for nuisance complaints, a parking plan and a fire-safety/evacuation plan, plus compliance with the Zoning Bylaw; no fee reduction/refund for STR licences.
Short-term rentals — West Kelowna, British Columbia
Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?
The City of West Kelowna, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Business Licensing and Regulations Bylaw No. 0087, 2010 (consolidated to 0087.18), verified 2026-08-23.