Aug 25, 2025
TIABC Policy on Short Term Rentals in BC
Background and Context
Short-term rentals in/of private homes have grown
exponentially as a trend over the past decade and a
half, largely because of technology and consumers
embracing the sharing economy.
Entire homes (including condos/apartments) or
portions of homes are being rented for a minimum
of one to several nights in communities throughout
British Columbia, with the average stay per guest at
four nights.
While an uneven playing field is a constant area of
concern for highly regulated traditional
accommodation providers when compared to
short-term rentals (STRs), the rise in STRs is also a
significant factor in the loss of affordable and
attainable rental housing for residents and workers
in all BC communities.
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