Kelowna Mayor Dyas: A made-in-Kelowna approach to short-term rentals

AI Briefing

• – Kelowna is exploring a new approach to short-term rentals, introducing a self-regulatory framework that aims to balance the interests of property owners, residents and the city. The framework will provide a standardized process for registering and regulating short-term rentals, including a fee for non-compliant properties, and will be enforced through a combination of education and fines. The city is also establishing a task force to oversee the implementation of the new framework and address concerns from residents and businesses.