Short-Term Rental Licences
A short-term rental is the rental of a residential property on a daily or weekly basis. These rentals can be booked by a third party such as Airbnb and VRBO or booked privately.
New regulations are in place for operating short-term rentals (STRs) in the District of Sechelt. All short-term rentals (STRs) must be licensed.
STR operators can apply now for their 2023 business licence.
Types of STR
- Type 1 PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE - rental of up to three bedrooms within a principal residence where the operator lives and is present during guest stays. Permit applications are accepted throughout the year.
- Type 2 SELF-CONTAINED SUITE ON PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE PROPERTY - rental of up to two self-contained suites on a principal residence property where the operator lives and is present during guest stays. Permit applications are accepted throughout the year.
- Type 3 SECONDARY RESIDENCE - rental of the entire dwelling unit. This applies to vacation homes and investment properties where the owner does not primarily reside. A limited number of Temporary Use Permits will be made available for Type 3 STRs. Note: The application period closed on Friday, April 14, 2023. Applications for 2023 are no longer being accepted.
How to Apply for a Licence
- Determine the appropriate category of STR. Please see the Operator's Guide for details.
- Submit the completed STR Business Licence Application forms and application fee.
- Pay annual business licence fee upon approval.
For updated information, as well as a look back through the engagement process and recommendations received, please visit our engagement site - yoursaysechelt.ca.
STR Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement
Staff continue to investigate and respond to bylaw complaints related to STRs. If an STR in your area is operating without a Business Licence, or you believe an STR in your area is violating another bylaw, please email our bylaw department within working hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). To report an issue outside of operating hours, please call the RCMP non-emergency line at 604-885-2266.
Click the type if STR below for specific information and application
Room in a principal residence where the owner lives and is present during stays.
Self-contained suite (up to two) on a property where the owner lives and is present.
An entire dwelling unit, such as a vacation home where the owner does not live.
Current STR Business Licences
Updated: July 6, 2023