Cities Revisit STR Rules, Spain Fines Airbnb, and Maui Moves Forward
Summary
This week's news highlights changes in STR regulations, including Lisbon rolling back restrictions, Spain fining Airbnb, and Maui finalizing a vacation rental phase-out. Hosts should stay informed about these evolving regulations and their potential impact on their businesses.
Key Insights
- •The Spanish government fined Airbnb 64 million euros (approximately $75 million) for advertising short-term rentals without valid licenses or accurate registration information.
- •Lisbon revised its STR restrictions, allowing short-term rentals to increase from 5% to 10% of the local housing supply.
- •Maui County officially signed into law a vacation rental phase-out in apartment-zoned districts, starting in West Maui in 2028 and expanding countywide by 2030.
Action Items
- ✓Hosts in areas with changing regulations like Lisbon and Maui should monitor local ordinances to understand and adapt to evolving rules and requirements.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Hosts with listings in Spain should ensure their properties have valid licenses and accurate registration information to avoid potential fines.Effort: mediumImpact: high
Common Mistakes
- ⚠Hosts listing properties on Airbnb in Spain without proper licenses and registration risk facing significant fines.
More from Regulations & Compliance
Carson City, Nevada, is refining its short-term rental regulations. City supervisors are currently reviewing and modifying the local ordinance during a retreat. This review aims to address operational aspects, potentially impacting local hosts through new or revised rules, emphasizing compliance.
A 21-unit vacation rental in Dunedin, Florida, has been approved, signaling potential growth in the local short-term rental market. This approval could lead to increased accommodation options for tourists visiting the area. This news could also influence local regulations.
St. Louis aldermen have approved a short-term rental fee, though a legal battle over existing rules continues. This indicates a focus on regulating the STR market within the city. Hosts in St. Louis should be aware of these new fees, which may impact their profitability. Find out how this affects your STR business.
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