STR Type 1: Principal Residence

Up to three bedrooms inside a principal residence may be rented out. The owner/long term renter lives on the property and must be present during STR guest stays.

This type of rental replaces the previous category of Bed and Breakfast home occupation and business licence. If the principal residence is a strata property, the STR operator must show proof of strata council authorization.

View or download the Operator's Guide for complete information. 

Timeline

If you wish to obtain a business licence for a Type 1 STR in the current year, you must submit a complete application no later than July 31st of that same year. 

Cost

One-time application fee of $200

Short-term rental business licence fee of $500/ year.

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Please submit the following completed forms and $200 application fee (click the forms below, fill them out, sign and print/scan):

1. STR Business Licence Application
2. Self Assessment and Attestation
3. Parking Plan
4. Are you a long-term renter looking to rent out rooms? If so, you will also need to complete an Owner Consent form.
5. Is your home part of a Strata? If so, please fill out the Strata Consent form.

Once your application is approved, please pay the $500 annual STR business licence fee before you may operate.