short-term rentals

Vermont's housing crisis is attributed to three distinct issues: short-term rentals displacing long-term renters, an aging workforce unable to meet housing construction demands, and depopulation due to low birth rates and outmigration. Towns like Killington and Manchester illustrate varying impacts, with high short-term rental conversion rates in tourist areas and labor shortages statewide.

Mexico City, Tamarindo, and Tecate received international recognition in Travel + Leisure's World’s Best Awards, leading to increased search interest, flight queries, and short-term rental listings. However, the destinations face sustainability challenges, including housing pressures, infrastructure limits, and the need to ensure tourism benefits local communities without displacing residents or degrading environments.

Stowe has enacted regulations capping short-term rentals at 850, restricting non-residents from obtaining licenses after September 15, and implementing a lottery system once the cap falls below 850. The town currently has about 1,450 short-term rentals, with 600 classified as commercial or inactive.

Homeowners in west Charlotte's Wesley Heights neighborhood oppose plans to convert two historic homes into short-term, single-room rental units, fearing increased transient traffic and disruption. The properties on Woodruff Place, owned by MLH Investment Group and an adjacent entity, are being modified to accommodate up to six bedrooms each, sparking community efforts to halt the changes through petitions and city interventions.

The Dominican Republic's short-term rental inventory surged 226% since 2018, reaching nearly 57,000 properties. This growth is shifting tourist spending away from traditional hotels and prompting regulatory efforts by tax authorities and the tourism ministry.

Norwich, Vermont, has implemented a $250 fee for short-term rental properties under new interim bylaws approved by the selectboard. The regulations require registration, inspections, and limit rentals to avoid noncompliance with health and safety standards. Similar regulations exist in other Upper Valley towns and New Hampshire communities.

Michael Chang left his investment banking career to operate short-term rentals, allowing him to be a more present father. His business now includes eight homes and a mentorship program, with support from his wife Elizabeth.

Rio de Janeiro will not ban Airbnb but will allow neighbors to vote on short-term rentals. Rental listings in Rio’s South Zone fell 27.5% in two years, with rents rising 17% overall and 50% in Copacabana. An earlier proposal would have banned short-term lets.

Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni plans to eliminate all legal short-term rentals (STRs) by 2028, despite existing regulations since 1998 and a moratorium on new licenses since 2014. City research and a 2025 study suggest removing STRs may not increase housing supply, citing potential shifts to seasonal rentals or vacancies. A 2023 New York STR ban failed to address housing affordability, and Barcelona faces broader issues like housing shortages and vacant properties.

A new zoning bill in Maui allows over half of 7,000 apartment-zoned units set to be phased out by 2031 to continue operating as short-term rentals. The change provides a reprieve for vacation rental operators who were previously required to transition to long-term housing.

Chincoteague officials have rejected restrictions on short-term rentals. They plan to conduct a housing study to address short-term rentals and other housing issues on the island.

A rowdy pool party at a Birmingham short-term rental sparked neighbor complaints and police controversy, with officers admitting they should have shut it down earlier despite multiple calls about public intoxication, traffic, and noise. The incident has reignited debates over regulating short-term rentals, as city officials consider stricter rules for residential areas.

Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald issued best practices for short-term rental properties following two shootings and incidents of disruptive parties in the county. The guidelines, aimed at ensuring safety and community responsibility, include measures like guest ID verification, occupancy limits, and noise monitoring. Birmingham police acknowledged delays in addressing a recent rowdy pool party at a short-term rental.

A weekend pool party in Birmingham sparked renewed debate over short-term rental regulations after neighbors complained of public intoxication, traffic issues, and delayed police response. Police admitted the event should have been shut down earlier, citing noise violations and issuing parking tickets, while the homeowner claimed unawareness of illegal activity. City officials are reviewing regulations on residential rentals following the incident.

A video of an out-of-control pool party in Birmingham has led police to admit they should have responded faster. The property owner violated Birmingham's zoning ordinance by renting the pool through a specialized rental app, prompting a City Commission meeting focused on short-term rentals.

Birmingham lawmakers are investigating short-term rentals following a disruptive pool party incident. The event involved loud noise, widespread vehicle parking, and required police intervention to disperse the crowd.

A pool party at a Birmingham home rented via Swimply led to multiple police responses due to traffic and noise complaints, reigniting debate over regulating short-term rentals. Neighbors criticized delayed enforcement, while the city considers potential bans on residential short-term rentals.

Cape Town is addressing overtourism and housing shortages caused by short-term rentals, similar to cities like Barcelona and San Francisco. A proposed by-law may impose special charges on property owners who rent homes for commercial purposes.