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We all know the definition of "House.” As the American Heritage Dictionary defines it, it is a place where one lives; a residence, a house or an apartment, a household. Here is the definition of "Commercial": "Busy or engaged in commerce…

Our view of holidays, rentals and working from home has changed dramatically. More of us are choosing to reinvent traveling and working in tandem by finding short-term rentals for an extended stay, “work,” or even a commute change. But…

The District of Sicamous says it seeks to mitigate the negative impacts of short-term rentals through regulation. The district plans to pass a zoning bylaw by June 2022, along with changes to its business license bylaw to regulate…

The District of Sicamous says it seeks to mitigate the negative impacts of short-term rentals through regulation. The district plans to pass a zoning bylaw by June 2022, along with changes to its business license bylaw to regulate…

Love them or hate them, new short-term rental rules (STR) within the two municipalities of the Coast will be debated this spring. Gibsons and Sechelt have engaged consulting firms to explore options for updating STR regulations.…

Web monitoringFor more information or to apply for an operating license for a short-term rental, go to:https://bit.ly/faySTRsFAYETTEVILLE — City officials are hoping that extending the time in which some short-term rental landlords must…

Valentine's Day is right around the corner and what better way to get cozy with your beau than with a romantic date that doesn't involve transfers to the E train, TSA or canceled flights? New Yorkers received the…

Mayor Lauren McLean isn't giving up on short-term rental licenses. Next week, city staff will introduce a reworked ordinance to require licensing for short-term rentals like Airbnb or Vrbo within city limits. This version of the…

GREENWICH - New regulations on short-term rentals and the use of short stays in a residence facilitated by online marketplaces such as Airbnb have been adopted in the city.The city's zoning enforcement office regularly receives complaints…

Ketchum City Council has given final approval to an ordinance allowing the city to issue new regulations and…

The General Assembly today voted to override the Governor's veto of legislation sponsored by Rep. Lauren H. Carson (D-Dist. 75, Newport) and Sen. Dawn Euer (D-Dist. 13, Newport, Jamestown)…

Whitefish city council last week voted unanimously to approve an ordinance that will put in place zoning requirements for certain rentals leased for periods between 30 and 90 days. The ordinance requires that 30-…

From DCRA: “The Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) has announced that it will be accepting applications for short-term rental permits from residents – for 30 continuous nights or less – in the District beginning January…

From 2022, it will be legal in Manteca for homeowners to use their home as a short-term rental. But they must obtain business licenses, collect the city's 12% tourist tax, pay a 1% short-term rental fee, and follow a series of regulations.…

BOONE — Before Boone City Council changed hands on Dec. 14, several items were discussed at recent City…

Just like other types of investments, real estate investments come in many shapes and sizes.In the world of residential real estate investments, things tend to boil down somewhat simply into two categories: short-term rentals and…

SOUTHOLD, NY – City Council voted on Tuesday to amend Southold's transitional tenancy code to allow short-term rentals in commercial properties, including areas set aside for residential offices, hamlet businesses and the general commercial…

As the world emerged from the pandemic earlier this year, the wealthy were not holding back reservations at upscale AvantStay Inc. homes for family retreats or celebrations with friends.While traditional hotel chains have been wiped out by…

Over the past year, central Oregon, like many places in the United States, has seen its median home price skyrocket. As of November 2020, Bend's median sale price for a…

An upcoming debate in the Municipality of Harrison Park could put an end to short-term rentals (STRs) near Riding Mountain National Park. Towns like Onanole, which borders the park, are home to around 90 STR units and a local…

File photo: Three houses in downtown Revelstoke: Photo: Aaron Orlando / Revelstoke Mountaineer Magazine Revelstoke will look to limit short-term rentals to areas with the existing tourist downtown, near CMA and!-->!-->…

Airbnb is once again cracking down on New Year's Eve parties, but the biggest story for next year will likely be what the city of Charlotte is trying to do to impose more…

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Despite a slow start caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Kelly and Paul Meiers' experience in the short-term rental industry prompted them to buy a second home and then a third. The Meiers live in what they see as a great…

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC (WCBD) — State lawmakers are proposing to change how short-term rentals are handled and regulated in the state of South Carolina. Some local leaders say regulations should not come from the state government and…

POINT PLEASANT BEACH - Mayor Paul Kanitra is appealing to residents to support an ordinance to be considered at Tuesday night's borough council meeting that would limit short-term rentals.The mayor said residents have complained over the…

A debate over short-term home rentals is dividing a Manitoba municipality that borders Riding Mountain National Park — some residents think rentals are good for tourism, others want the practice regulated or banned altogether. The Warden…

GREENWICH — Greenwich's planning department has received a complaint about every two months about issues with short-term rentals, according to a recent report.Now, city zoning and planning officials are carefully considering the use of…

A sign lists an apartment rental website in Burlington on Friday, November 19, 2021. Photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger After two years of deliberations, the Burlington City Council could approve regulations on short-term rentals —…

The ordinance "provides some fairness to the people who live here," Mayor John Humphrey told the meeting, "that we will not be living with an unfathomable number of people." Short-term rentals, offered through Airbnb, VRBO, and similar…

A number of resolutions were to be approved at the November 18 meeting of the Islamorada village council. One included an agreement for software technology to better track illegal vacation rentals in the village is among the items up for…

The City of Brampton has updated its short-term rental bylaw in hopes of addressing ongoing housing shortages in Canada's ninth-largest city.City Council voted to update the bylaw this summer, with the changes taking effect September 30.…

Town hall of Belleville. (Photo: Quinte News) Belleville Council will decide on Monday whether or not staff should create a licensing procedure to regulate the booming short-term!-->…

As the season changes and people start flocking to the desert to escape the cold or simply for a visit, short term vacation rentals may or may not be an option depending on where you want to stay. . “Today was a tough…

The Union of BC Municipalities is calling on the provincial government to regulate short-term rental housing with a framework similar to that used for carpooling. UBCM released a report containing 13 requests to implement a…

The conflict is heightened, says Binzer, by the fact that the gains are mostly in dollars, a tangible thing, while some of the losses "are hard to quantify but are very real: the loss of the kind of community in which people enjoy live,…

This photo is from an Airbnb post online Tuesday that advertises a townhouse "with a huge deck" overlooking the West Passage. This 'clean and spacious beachfront apartment' is a five-minute walk from the village, and although the post…

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ — Residents of Point Pleasant Beach raised their concerns with Borough Council about the increasing number of short-term rentals at the last council meeting.John Dixon, a former council member, who resides on…

To be eligible for the program, landlords must currently have a short-term rental license and sign a lease with someone working in Summit County. SUMMIT COUNTY, Colorado - Summit County and the City of…

A growing gap between supply and demand has hit London's super-prime rental market, an ultra-exclusive pocket of the rental industry that includes homes rented for over £ 5,000 (US $ 6,823) per week , and homeowners can!-- >!-- >…

Sabrina Jackson and her young son, Berend, stayed at this Airbnb in Frisco in September. (Matt Payne / Community Impact Journal) Californian Sabrina Jackson and her young son, Berend, walked around toys scattered around the yard of a…

October 5 Council Meeting Highlights An updated bylaw for the Short-Term Rentals (STR) regulation "will likely" go to another public hearing, Mayor Bill Beamish said at the Gibsons council meeting Oct. 5. Council confirmed the…

Lindsay CT Holt Special Magistrate Lindsay CT Holt on Tuesday recommended approval of a comprehensive plan change and rezoning for a Wildwood single-family rental development project adjacent to the Villages, even though a dozen residents…

Karen Sauther of the Fayston Planning Commission presented the Short Term Rentals (STR) commission's preliminary research to the Fayston Select Board on September 28 to determine whether the city sees fit to devote resources to…

Atlanta city takes further steps to formalize the short term rental market taking into account Ordinance Z-21-85 which would amend the city's zoning code to formally allow short-term rentals in all areas where residential uses are…

As temperatures begin to drop and the tourist season slows down, the Lewes mayor and city council are starting to consider changes to their rental policies. The existing city code groups all rentals into one category. Anyone who rents…

The van vacation experience may be coming to an end.Last week, New York City police became involved in the Manhattan vacation rental world and cracked down on seven vans that were allegedly used as Airbnb rentals.On Saturday, the sheriff's…

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The beginnings of a problemForty years ago, Barcelona was not among the must-see cities for most tourists in Europe. But that changed after the city hosted the Summer Olympics in 1992: a huge public investment in beautifying the city…

"The regulations would permit short-term rentals, accommodations in residential, commercial and downtown areas and corridors where the operator is a permanent resident of the dwelling unit or suite," the Board Jeremy Holm, Director of…

By Julie Johansen City of Ferron recognized Cole Country Rentals as their Business of the Month for September. Mayor Adele Justice read a statement from the company as the Ferron city council meeting began on…

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) - Those who rent out their homes using platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo across Virginia Beach will now have new safety rules to follow, and those who want to start operating a rental property at short…

HUDSON - The Town of Hudson and the County of St. Croix have filed a lawsuit against the owner of two…

Frisco City Council has approved an ordinance to regulate short-term rentals, some of which use Airbnb to connect with guests. (Courtesy of Adobe Stock) Frisco owners looking to rent space for less than 30 days will now need to apply for…

At the height of the pandemic last year, the entertainment and hospitality industry was among the hardest hit as lockdown life took over and travel was blocked for many. In Dutchess County, hotel occupancy tax revenue fell almost 40% in…

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Sault Ste. Marie - The City of Sault Ste. Marie is set to hold public consultations on proposed rules for short-term rentals, like Airbnb. The city plans to limit each host to owning property in residential areas,…

An increase in the number of Airbnb rental units in Boston neighborhoods could be linked to spikes in violent crime, according to a new study by researchers at Northeastern University. Researchers' results show that violent crime increased…

The state will not impose registration requirements on residents who engage in home sharing and other…

Realtor.com analyzed rental markets to find where vacation homes were making the most money. A new report lists vacation towns in the United States that…

Town of Onancock welcome sign. Photo by Carol Vaughn.By Carol Vaughn -Two applications for special use permits to operate host families or short-term rentals in Onancock drew criticism in public hearings at Monday's city council…

The Municipality of Summerland will be reviewing a bylaw this fall, regulating short-term private vacation rentals (photo from Black Press file) Summerland considers regulation for…

Email your letter to the editor to [email protected]. Please include your first and last name, address and phone number. LETTER: Rules needed for short term rentals in…

Located in the middle of the woods in Hendersonville, NC, sits this cozy cabin. Despite the pandemic, the owners of this short-term rental say the business is booming. Donna Lyerly: “From…

WATERTOWN - Find out about short-term rentals and what a community should consider during a Tug Hill…

In November 2017, Erie's Zoning Hearing Board ruled in favor of a Glenwood neighborhood landlord who used his home as a short-term Airbnb rental.The city's residential zoning code did not specifically prohibit such use, the board ruled.But…

NANTUCKET, Mass. (AP) - Voters in Nantucket on Saturday rejected a proposal to limit short-term rentals on the famous vacation island, opponents of the measure said. The Alliance to Protect Nantucket's Economy said the measure was…

The Domus Stay platform aims to bridge the gap between a luxury hotel and a short-term rental, unlocking London's "most notable" homes with the addition of a personalized five-star concierge service. Launched in the UK this spring by…

The city of Frisco is considering adding an ordinance to regulate short-term rentals, some of which use Airbnb to connect with guests. (Courtesy of Adobe Stock) The City of Frisco is considering regulating short-term rentals to…

April occupancy levels climbed to 61.6%, above March's 60.9%. (Stock) It's gearing up to be the best summer ever - for short term vacation rentals. Last month, demand for short-term rentals was 5.4% higher than the same period of…

The owners of two vacation rental homes who were accused of hosting large, loud parties amid the pandemic have reached deals with the city of San Diego, which took action last year to shut down Airbnb rentals .Although the final legal…

Officials in Venice and Florence, Italy want Airbnb hosts and short-term rental properties to follow the same rules as the hospitality industry as they contemplate the inevitable return of tourists."The short-term rental phenomenon…

After a bad experience renting the apartment above her barn, Mary Ann Ficociello decided to try Airbnb in 2014. "I made the decision when it wasn't even really popular," said Mary Ann Ficociello of Burlington. "Only…

FALMOUTH - Debby Wells moved to Cape Cod in 2013 and in the years since she learned firsthand that renting in Cape Town can be difficult. She sold three homes under her, but found the gold in the home when she was able to secure a…

A broad compromise that has the potential to end San Diego's long-standing deadlock on how to regulate short-term rentals will be presented to the city's elected leaders on Tuesday.The proposal, which has won backing from Airbnb and other…

The Minister of Tourism, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, has published a draft “norms and standards” proposal document which aims to enable the safe operation of the tourism sector during the Covid-19…

The vacation rental 'Bayview Bungalow' on H Street in ArcataDuring tonight's meeting, Arcata city council will consider imposing stricter regulations on vacation rentals, including capping the number of…

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Editor's note: This is the first in a ten-story series revisiting and recapping the biggest news unrelated to the coronavirus in Manistee in 2020.Short-term rentals have undoubtedly been a hot topic in the Manistee area this year, sparking…

A recent ValuePenguin study found that despite the CDC's continued travel warnings, 54% of Americans have stayed in a hotel or vacation rental since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.The study surveyed more than 1,000 Americans at…

While many aspects of travel have changed in 2020, three of them are exemplified in the McKinley idea. One: Guests are staying at properties longer than ever before. Second, they opt to rent homes in rural areas (Airbnb saw a 25%…

A 2,160 square foot apartment in Rome available for rent via the plum guide.…

The modern one bedroom apartment in Dublin features an open plan living area, sunny balcony, solar panels, ample storage space and parking for two cars. The location was ideal, and so was the price: about $1,800 per month, or $300 less…

After years of legal battles, the city is enacting new regulations this week that will only allow people to rent their primary residence on short-term rental sites. This is to ensure that homes, condos and apartments are not funneled into…

In a bid to protect affordable housing and respond to complaints about unruly parties during the coronavirus pandemic, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday temporarily approved caps on the number of vacation rental…

After months of staring at the same surroundings, most of us are eager for a change of scenery. But with flights still limited and what you might think of as traditional summer plans in the air, moving your home stay plans to another…

All the trips we don't take because of COVID-19, for business or pleasure, have hit the short-term rental market hard. Airbnb announced this month…

David Jaroszek had planned a family wine tasting trip to Sonoma, where he and his wife were married 24 years ago. They were scheduled to take off from Minneapolis on Friday, March 13, "but due to the circumstances we had to…

JASMAXThis new development in Sandringham sees a single 1920s bungalow replaced with 12 apartments with guaranteed long-term rent. Long term rentals and high density living are a reality in most European cities, but they have never…

VVacation rentals will not be ignored. They have infiltrated the hosting industry at lightning speed, through a host of online marketplaces. The trend is led by the formidable Airbnb, Inc., a $31 billion San Francisco-based…

It's one of two Airbnb properties she owns in central Lincoln, and she sees short-term rental home owners as key investors in otherwise neglected Lincoln neighborhoods. “I feel, honestly, that we are a small army doing a…

The growing popularity of vacation rentals (or Airbnbs) has caused city and county tax agencies to focus on short-term rentals, seek hotel resort taxes, and introduce complex new requirements including tax professionals. must…

The debate over short-term rentals in residential neighborhoods is heating up again.A bill introduced in the…