B.C. increases violation fines, will require data sharing for short-term rentals

B.C. has put in place new legislation to help municipalities regulate short-term rentals on sites like Airbnb, which provincial and municipal leaders say is affecting the availability and price of long-term housing.

B.C. increases violation fines, will require data sharing for short-term rentals
An aerial shot of a number of condo buildings near the water in Vancouver.

B.C. has put in place new legislation to help municipalities regulate short-term rentals on sites like Airbnb, which provincial and municipal leaders say is affecting the availability and price of long-term housing.