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- Short-Term Rental or “Tourist Home” Deemed a Permitted Use despite Need for Special Use Permit from Planning Board - JD Supra
Short-Term Rental or “Tourist Home” Deemed a Permitted Use despite Need for Special Use Permit from Planning Board - JD Supra
Summary
This article discusses a legal case where a short-term rental or 'tourist home' was deemed a permitted use, despite requiring a special use permit. Hosts should understand the local regulations and permitting requirements in their area to ensure compliance.
Key Insights
- •The article suggests that even if a use is 'permitted,' there may still be a need for a special use permit from the Planning Board.
Action Items
- ✓Hosts should research and understand all permitting requirements for short-term rentals in their specific locality.Effort: mediumImpact: high
Common Mistakes
- ⚠A mistake is not understanding the local zoning laws and permit requirements, which could lead to fines or the inability to legally operate an STR.
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