STR Policy Shifts, Temporary Event Rules, and Comparent’s Top 100
Summary
This week's industry news covers STR policy updates in Atlanta, Green Bay, and Galveston, including temporary event rules in Southampton. Hosts should pay close attention to local regulations, especially concerning noise, parking, and minimum stay requirements.
Key Insights
- •Galveston approved a new three-strike system for STRs, where three verified violations within 12 months can lead to suspension or revocation of the license, focusing on noise, parking, and other public safety concerns.
- •The Atlanta City Council rejected a proposal to ban STRs in certain neighborhoods, showing the importance of host involvement in local policy discussions. The vote was 7-6.
- •The Town of Southampton temporarily adjusted its STR rules to accommodate the U.S. Open Golf Championship, changing the minimum stay requirement from 14 days to 3 days, highlighting how municipalities are experimenting with event-driven rules.
- •Green Bay’s Planning Commission rejected a proposal to cap STRs at 180 days per year, as well as a seven-night minimum stay requirement. This demonstrates some municipalities are reluctant to impose certain restrictions.
Action Items
- ✓Review and understand your local STR regulations, paying close attention to noise, parking, and waste disposal rules.Effort: lowImpact: high
- ✓Ensure you have a 24/7 local contact available to address complaints in accordance with any local regulations.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Be prepared to attend and speak at local council meetings to voice your concerns or support for STR policies.Effort: mediumImpact: high
Tools & Resources
- →Comparent 100: Comparent has released its first annual ranking of North America’s top vacation rental management companies, called the Comparent 100.
Watch Out For
- ⚠Failing to respond to complaints can count toward strikes in Galveston's new three-strike system.
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