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Kelowna, British Columbia

Okanagan wine country with strong summer occupancy.

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Short term rental rules in Kelowna

Zone dependentVerified July 25, 2026

First city exempted from BC's principal-residence rule, effective June 1, 2026, for the right zoning.

•Kelowna received the province's first exemption from the principal-residence requirement, effective June 1, 2026, after its rental vacancy rate rose to 6.4 percent.
•The exemption applies to tourism-zoned buildings and the downtown STR sub-zone; standard residential zones remain restricted.
•A city short term rental licence is still required, subject to local rules.
•Eligible municipalities can now request exemptions annually, with decisions taking effect each June, so this status should be re-verified yearly.

Rules change often, and this summary is not legal advice. Confirm with the municipality before you transact.

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