Starting April 1, 2025, there will be several changes to Calgary’s short-term rental (STR) regulations as part of The City of Calgary’s commitment to adapt to our evolving short-term rental market.
• STR business licenses will now be classified as either primary or non-primary. If you currently have a licence, you will be asked to verify your property type as part of your next renewal. Fees will vary based on the licence type.
• Short-term rentals now include rentals up to 180 consecutive days. If you own a short-term rental offering stays between zero and 180 consecutive days, you require a business licence to operate in Calgary.
• New applicants will be responsible for complying with their condominium bylaws, The City will no longer require condo board consent.
• A ban on issuing licences for homes designated as affordable housing.
Additionally, if the Purpose-Built Rental Vacancy Rate drops below 2.5%, The City will impose a temporary pause on issuing new non-primary licences. This would not apply to new primary residence applications or existing licenses.
These changes aim to balance housing affordability, safety, community impact, and enforcement, while continuing to support property owners and the economic benefits STRs bring to Calgary.
Enhancing regulatory processes will improve STR management and foster market innovation to benefit the community. Visit calgary.ca/str for more information.
