Daily Regulator Notes 04/08/2026

Hawaii

Hawaiʻi County is revisiting short-term rental regulations through Bill 147, which aims to strengthen enforcement and expand registration requirements after previous efforts stalled.

The proposal would introduce clearer definitions for hosted and unhosted rentals, establish operational rules like occupancy limits and quiet hours, and impose fines of up to $10,000 for violations, while extending the definition of short-term stays to under 180 days.

Arizona

Efforts to expand short-term rental regulations in Arizona have stalled after House Bill 2429 missed critical deadlines and failed to advance in the Senate.

The proposal sought to give cities more enforcement power, including the ability to cap occupancy, suspend licenses for violations, and require renter background checks. Despite backing from a coalition of cities and industry groups, the bill’s progress was slowed by amendments and ultimately never reached a committee hearing. As a result, no new statewide rules on short-term rentals will take effect this session.

Fresno County, CA

Fresno County is moving forward with a proposed 12% transient occupancy tax (TOT) on short-term rentals and hotel stays in unincorporated areas.

Board moves forward with Fresno County occupancy tax - Mid Valley Times

Fresno County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance that would establish a transient occupancy tax (TOT)

Mid Valley TimesSerena Bettis

The measure, approved for first reading on April 7, would apply to stays of 30 days or less and could generate an estimated $4.5 million annually to support general fund services. The ordinance will return for a second reading on April 21, with a potential voter decision in November and implementation targeted for 2027.

Forest Park, IL

Forest Park officials are weighing new restrictions on short-term rentals following resident complaints about impacts in neighborhoods near homes and schools.

Forest Park Weighs Tighter Short-Term Rental Rules Near Schools - Forest Park Today

Neighbors on Lathrop Avenue in Forest Park are pressing local officials to add strict new rules for short-term rentals near homes and schools, citing concerns over safety, noise, and trash. The village is considering amending its code, while the property owner argues that limits would hurt his business and says he’s following existing laws and house rules.

National Today

Concerns raised include noise, trash, and safety, prompting discussions about amending local regulations, while property owners warn tighter rules could affect their operations. The Village Board is set to determine next steps on the proposed code changes in the coming weeks.

South Lake Tahoe, CA

South Lake Tahoe has approved updates to its short-term rental rules, removing a 150-foot spacing requirement while capping permits at 900 in residential areas following a court ruling that overturned a prior voter-approved ban.

Vacation Home Rentals | South Lake Tahoe, CA - Official Website

Permitting and enforcement information for vacation home rentals

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Officials say the updates are intended to address issues like noise, parking, and overcrowding while maintaining oversight of the market. The ordinance takes effect April 23, when new applications will be accepted under the revised framework.

McKinney, TX

Short-term rental operators in McKinney are now required to register their properties each year under a new city ordinance designed to enhance monitoring and enforcement.

Short-Term Rentals | McKinney, TX - Official Website

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The regulation defines STRs as stays of 30 days or less and requires owners to provide detailed property and contact information, including a 24-hour responsible party.

Victoria, TX

A proposed short-term rental registration and taxation program was presented to Victoria City Council on Tuesday as the city explores new regulatory options.

Officials are considering requiring STR operators to register properties and introducing a local hotel occupancy tax to capture revenue currently uncollected at the municipal level. The presentation will highlight research on local listings and outline potential ordinance details for future consideration.

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