DVC Commercial Rental Policy (2026)
Honest Analysis (2026)

On March 31, 2026, DVC published a formal Commercial Use Policy prohibiting members from using their membership as a commercial rental business. DVC governing documents have always stated memberships are for personal use only — the 2026 policy adds a clear definition of commercial use and specific enforcement actions. During booking, members must now attest that reservations are for personal use only. Activities that may trigger enforcement include: a majority of reservations used by non-members or non-associates; more than 20 reservations in any 12-month period where most are rented out; and regular public advertising of points for rental (including dedicated websites, social media, or third-party rental platforms). Enforcement — lasting up to 24 months — can include canceling reservations, restricting online booking access, limiting reservations to home resort only, and restricting banking or borrowing of points. DVC has stated it will prioritize enforcement against owners with exceptionally high point counts or reservation volumes relative to the average member, targeting large-scale commercial operators first. Note: this policy is separate from DVC's resale booking restrictions — see the DVC Resale Restrictions guide for details on where resale buyers can book.