ALMOST ANYONE CAN BUY REAL ESTATE IN BANFF!!
In order to live in Banff National Park, you have to be an eligible resident. This means people who want to LIVE in Banff must meet one of the requirements below.
1. An individual whose primary employment is in the National Park.
2. An individual who operates a business in the National Park and whose presence at the place of business is necessary for the day-to-day operation of the business.
3. A retired individual who resides in the National Park and who, for 5 consecutive years immediately prior to retirement;
- was employed primarily in the National Park
- operated a business in the National Park and whose presence at the place of business was necessary for the day-to-day operation of the business
Can I buy property in Banff National Park, even if I do not meet the “eligible resident” requirement?
You can buy property in Banff if the occupant residing on the property meets the requirements stated above. The restrictions or “eligible resident requirements” do not apply to the ownership of the property, rather the person who is occupying the property.
Thinking about buying property in Banff? Check out our up-to-date listings HERE. Or contact Jamie HERE about buying property in Banff National Park.
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