Council schedules public hearing, puts temporary pause on bed‑and‑breakfast permits while it reviews preapproved‑plan program Planning staff told council that the current preapproved‑plan process may encourage new short‑term rentals and work against affordable‑housing goals. Council voted to set a public hearing and a temporary moratorium on BNB conditional‑use permits, scheduling the hearing for April 14, 2026.

Leavenworth's council takes a bold step to pause bed-and-breakfast permits, aiming to tackle the growing conflict between short-term rentals and affordable housing goals.

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50 LLCs and trusts now control 90+ of the 200 units in one Atlanta high-rise. Four of five HOA board members run STR businesses. When investors capture the board, full-time residents pay the price. staystra.com/atlanta-landmark-condo-short-term-rental-investor-takeover/ #ShortTermRentals

Airbnb Host Faces $30 Unpaid Grocery Bill A $30 unpaid grocery bill and fear of a retaliatory review highlight structural incentives on Airbnb; hosts have a 14-day review window and the Host Guarantee covers up to $1,000,000.

Airbnb Host Faces $30 Unpaid Grocery Bill: A $30 unpaid grocery bill and fear of a retaliatory review highlight structural incentives on Airbnb; hosts have a 14-day review window and the Host Guarantee covers up… 👈 Read full analysis #Airbnb #HostCommunity #TravelTips #ShortTermRentals #GroceryBill

The unintended consequences of 'gentle density' development Gentle density's success depends on aligning policy design with policy outcomes. Find out more.

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Tactical Police Response to Alleged Assault at Short-Term Rental in Mambourin Thirteen people arrested at gunpoint in Mambourin following alleged assault at short-term rental property. One man hospitalised in stable condition.

Tactical Police Response to Alleged Assault at Short-Term Rental in Mambourin

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Special Magistrate Hayward Dykes orders Walton County properties to register as short‑term rentals or face $500-a-day fines At a Feb. 25, 2026 Walton County code compliance hearing, Special Magistrate Hayward Dykes found three properties in violation of the Walton County Land Development Code for failing to hold short‑term vacation rental certificates and ordered deadlines, daily fines and administrative fees.

Walton County properties failing to comply with short-term rental laws could face hefty $500-a-day fines—will owners heed the warning?

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Reliable online reviews for tourism accommodation: Commission welcomes signatories of EU Code of Conduct Today, several signatories of the EU tourism ecosystem came together in Brussels for the first stakeholder network meeting of Code of Conduct for Online Ratings and Reviews for Tourism Accommodation.

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If they have no bread (affordable housing and reasonable rents), let them eat brioche (reliable online STRs reviews - that primarily benefit platforms, Not Europeans) @ec.europa.eu

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Hey, so the City of Kelowna is gearing up for a big return of Airbnbs and I wanted to talk a little about it 🗣️

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Scene from the new #AirBnB unit this morning. Stopped by to do a couple last minute things before the first guests arrive. Feels good to have 2 of the 3 units fully ready for guests. #investmentproperty #grinnellia #shorttermrentals

Committee amends and advances HB2481 on transient guest tax, short-term rentals during World Cup window The committee voted HB2481 favorably as amended; the measure adjusts definitions in the transient guest tax (KSA 12-1692) and includes an amendment to allow short-term rentals during a two-month World Cup period (May 15–July 25), while preserving municipal application and review procedures. Members asked the reviser to define 'short term' (28 days referenced).

Kansas is making waves by amending the transient guest tax to allow short-term rentals during the World Cup—find out how this could change the game for local homeowners!

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City staff: state law limits Green Bay's ability to cap short-term rentals; local rules to focus on house rules City staff told the Equal Rights Commission that state law prevents Green Bay from capping short-term rentals or limiting them by zoning; the city is drafting an ordinance focused on required house rules (parking, noise, postings) and will present language to the Plan Commission on Feb. 23.

Green Bay's hands are tied by state law on short-term rentals, but the city is shifting focus to enforceable house rules instead!

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Santa Cruz Council advances first reading of ADU ordinance amendments, directs staff to analyze short-term rental limits The council approved a first reading of amendments to Municipal Code section 24.04 to align accessory dwelling unit rules with recent state laws and cleared staff to analyze a planning commission recommendation limiting short-term rentals tied to ADU sites, to return at the next annual ADU update.

Santa Cruz City Council is reshaping ADU regulations to align with new state laws, but the proposed limits on short-term rentals could spark heated debates!

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Has Ireland’s tourist board just killed my Airbnb? | The Spectator Australia The estate agent said that they would send someone round tomorrow and I had to calm them down. Come in…

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Has Ireland’s tourist board (Regulation (EU) 2024/1028) just killed my Airbnb (in Australia)?

“If Ireland (Airbnb Ireland UC) regulates Airbnb, the whole world will feel it.”😱🤣 🇮🇪🇪🇺🇦🇺

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Council approves ordinance allowing short‑term rentals in tiny‑home parks amid housing‑supply debate Ordinance 26‑073, which removes the prohibition on short‑term rentals in tiny‑home parks and sets a cap aligned with the citywide 1% limit, passed 8–1 after council debate that included concerns about housing supply and fairness to compliant owners.

Bangor City Council just approved a controversial ordinance allowing short-term rentals in tiny-home parks, igniting a fierce debate on housing supply and community fairness.

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Quincy council sends Monroe Building transparency order and other oversight items to committees; QATV funding resolve passes unanimously Council unanimously passed a resolve urging state action to modernize community media funding and sent oversight orders on the Monroe Building, short-term rentals, online services and storm response to relevant committees for further review.

Quincy City Council takes bold steps towards transparency and community media funding, setting the stage for significant changes in local governance!

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Rally held over proposed changes to Arizona short-term rentals Several proposed bills making their way through the Arizona Legislature could add fees for hosts and restrict zoning. Alexis Dominguez reports from Phoenix. #arizona #azfamily #shorttermrentals #housing #phoenix #rally For more Local News from KPHO: For more YouTube Content:

Rally held over proposed changes to Arizona short-term rentals

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Public comment at PLUM focuses on opposition to short-term rental expansion and calls for stronger enforcement Dozens of speakers urged the committee to reject proposals expanding short-term rentals, arguing such changes would worsen housing loss and that the city should focus on enforcing the existing home-sharing ordinance; the City Attorney advised that comments specific to motions already introduced must be made when those items are heard to comply with the Brown Act.

Residents and advocates are rallying against short-term rental expansions in LA, claiming it threatens long-term housing stability and calling for stronger enforcement of existing regulations.

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Top 10 U.S. Cities To Invest in Short-Term Rentals—Led by a Surprising Texas Oil Hub
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TDC announces expanded hours, promotions and a push on STR compliance and social media Staff told the Tourist Development Council the welcome center will expand to six-day service in February, announced promotions and hires, outlined STR compliance onboarding with a planned April rollout, and highlighted rising social-media engagement and upcoming fam tours.

Big changes are coming to Citrus County's visitor services with expanded hours, new promotions, and a fresh push for social media engagement!

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Planning commission approves multiple special-use permits, easement vacation and policy measures ahead of Jan. 29 board hearings The Planning Commission on Jan. 12 approved a slate of special-use permits, one vacation of utility easements and a staff resolution altering short-term rental procedures for the World Cup period; most land-use items will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners on Jan. 29. Several permits were approved for one- or two-year temporary periods; one liquor-store application passed 5–1.

The Kansas City Planning Commission just greenlit a wave of special-use permits, paving the way for exciting developments like new short-term rentals and a commercial truck-driving school!

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Iredell County planning board reviews revised short-term rental rules as lawsuits remain pending County attorney Lisa Valdez and staff briefed the planning board on proposed changes to Iredell County's 2023 short-term rental ordinance — including dropping a zoning-permit requirement, clarifying occupancy tied to septic systems, tightening the event-center definition and strengthening notice and enforcement provisions — with the board set to vote on a recommendation Feb. 4.

Iredell County is set to revise its short-term rental regulations amidst ongoing lawsuits, aiming to balance neighborhood protections with clearer occupancy rules and enforcement measures.

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Arizona renews push to restrict short-term vacation rentals Gov. Katie Hobbs’ proposal comes as the Arizona League of Cities and Towns introduces separate legislation to give cities control over short-term rentals. #vacationrentals #shortterm #shorttermrentals #housing #housingmarket #housingoutlook #news #azfamily #arizonanews #hobbs #governorhobbs For more Local News from KPHO: For more YouTube Content:

Arizona renews push to restrict short-term vacation rentals

Gov. Katie Hobbs’ proposal comes as the Arizona League of Cities and Towns introduces separate legislation to give cities control over short-term rentals. #vacationrentals #shortterm #shorttermrentals #housing #housingmarket…

Municipal leaders ask state for local fee authority on short-term rentals to fund housing The Vermont League of Cities and Towns urged the General & Housing Committee to allow municipalities to raise targeted revenue from short‑term rentals so towns can invest in affordable housing and enforcement; Burlington’s local excise was cited as a successful model.

Vermont municipalities can regulate short-term rentals, but they’re missing a crucial piece: the power to generate revenue from them to tackle local housing issues.

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Rhode Island Implements New Short-Term Rental Taxes and Registration Requirements Effective January 1, 2026, Rhode Island has increased the local hotel tax rate from 1% to 2% and introduced a new 5% tax on the short-term rental of whole homes. Additionally, all short-term rental properties listed on third-party hosting platforms must be registered with the Department of Business Regulation, as required by state law.

Heads up, Ocean Staters. Starting Jan 2026, short-term rental taxes are climbing—hotel tax to 2% and a new 5% on whole homes. Plus, ya gotta register with the state. More hoops for small biz, huh? What’s your take? #RhodeIsland #ShortTermRentals

Airbnb landlords who made bank now face higher costs and softer demand. If equity’s up but cash flow’s down, a fast sale—even at a loss—may be the smartest exit. Is the STR era peaking? #Airbnb #shorttermrentals #realestate #landlords #investing

Middletown council refers short‑term rental tax/classification issue to tax committee after lengthy debate Councilors debated grandfathered short‑term rental registrations, owner‑occupancy rules and a two‑tier tax classification that has left some full‑time residents paying the higher nonresident rate. The council voted to send the matter to the Tax Exploration Committee for recommendations.

Middletown’s council is diving deep into the controversial short-term rental debate, as residents face steep tax hikes for registrations that never saw the light of day.

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