Short-term rentals — Kimberley, British Columbia

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

In the City of Kimberley, British Columbia, short-term rentals rules are set by Short-Term Rental Unit Business Licence and Regulation Bylaw No. 2697, 2021, verified 2026-09-24. A licence is required. Fee: $300 per annum plus $50 to designate a Responsible Person other than the Owner; $75 per annum. Zones allowed: Zones designated in the Zoning Bylaw permitting Bed and Breakfast or Tourist Accommodation.

Short-Term Rental Unit Business Licence and Regulation Bylaw No. 2697, 2021 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 6.5
owner occupancy required no s. 8.2
zones allowed Zones designated in the Zoning Bylaw permitting Bed and Breakfast or Tourist Accommodation s. 6.7(e), s. 6.7(f)
fee $300 per annum plus $50 to designate a Responsible Person other than the Owner; $75 per annum s. 6.3
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Requires operators of short-term rental units within Kimberley to obtain a business licence and comply with regulatory requirements specific to STR businesses.

Machine-readable: short-term-rentals.json · Official website: https://kimberley.ca/ · Last verified 2026-09-24 · Short-term rentals across British Columbia · Short-term rentals in other municipalities