Kelowna tourism operators celebrate relaxed short-term rental restrictions - Okanagan

Kelowna tourism operators celebrate relaxed short-term rental restrictions - Okanagan

As many short-term rental hosts in B.C. prepare to welcome tourists, though, the process has been frustrating and costly for some.

Kelowna tourism operators celebrate relaxed short-term rental restrictions

Kelowna, B.C.’s waterfront is still quiet, but it won’t be long before visitors return. This year, tourism operators are hoping the province’s move to loosen short-term rental restrictions will translate into a stronger season, after what many describe as two flat summers. “I think will be just a really good relief for a lot of businesses and a lot of people,” said restaurateur Casey Greabeiel. Greabeiel said the restrictions played a role in la…