Daily Regulatory Notes 02/10/2026

Wyandotte County, KS

Wyandotte County commissioners have approved new rules to fast-track short-term rental licenses in Kansas City, Kansas, during designated “major events” like the World Cup.

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Property owners who submit a complete application and third-party inspection must receive approval or denial within three business days, or the license is automatically granted. The ordinance also establishes steep penalties ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 per violation for operating illegally during a major event.

Omaha, NE

Omaha City Councilmember Ron Hug plans to introduce an ordinance to regulate short-term rentals similar to Lincoln’s existing rules.

The proposal would require owners to obtain a license, pay an annual fee, and follow occupancy limits so the city can track rentals and address complaints. Hug says the effort comes after a surge of neighborhood concerns about party houses and safety issues.

Lewes. DE

Lewes officials are considering new rules to permit accessory dwelling units in residential neighborhoods to support long-term housing availability.

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The draft ordinance would prohibit ADUs from being used as short-term rentals and update zoning regulations to reflect existing residential uses. Some current arrangements, such as bedrooms above garages, are not fully recognized under existing code. Residents will have an opportunity to comment on the proposal at a public hearing on March 2.

Bath Township, OH

A deadly shooting at a birthday party inside an illegal short-term rental in Bath Township is intensifying concerns about enforcement and safety across Northeast Ohio.

Police say the home, where short-term rentals are banned, hosted a large party advertised online that drew hundreds of guests before gunfire broke out, leaving one teen dead and several others injured. The incident has renewed debate over whether local governments have enough authority to regulate short-term rentals. Some state lawmakers support local control, while others are considering legislation that could limit municipalities’ power.

San Jose, CA

San Jose leaders are considering a ballot measure to raise the city’s hotel tax from 10% to 12% to help address a projected $65 million budget deficit.

Officials estimate the increase would generate about $10 million annually for general city services such as public safety and park maintenance. The proposal could appear on the June 2 primary ballot and would take effect Oct. 1 if approved by voters.

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Mendocino County, CA

Mendocino County leaders are developing a new ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in inland, unincorporated areas where no rules currently exist.

Proposed regulations include permits, safety requirements, enforcement measures, and a “good neighbor guide” requiring hosts to notify nearby residents and share contact information. Officials are also considering a three-strike system for repeat violations and possible 24/7 complaint monitoring services. A draft ordinance will undergo environmental review before moving to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors.

Pittsburgh, PA

The NFL Draft is expected to pack Pittsburgh’s short-term rentals, with booking levels already far above normal and occupancy projected near 90%.

The surge offers major earning opportunities for hosts but has intensified neighborhood concerns about noise, safety, and accountability. City officials are weighing new rules to track and regulate rentals, including licensing and inspections

Riverside County, CA

Riverside County officials are considering stricter short-term rental rules that would strengthen enforcement, raise fees, and potentially end the moratorium on new permits in Thousand Palms and B Bar H Ranch.

The proposal would allow authorities to immediately shut down nuisance properties and deny renewals for operators with repeated violations. Application fees would rise to $1,040 and annual renewals to $750 to help fund enforcement efforts. County staff say complaints have declined and are tied to a small number of rentals. Supervisors are expected to decide whether to lift the moratorium effective Feb. 28.

Sandusky, OH

With the April expiration of Sandusky’s short-term rental moratorium approaching, city officials are weighing stricter regulations to control where new rentals can operate.

The waterfront overlay district currently allows roughly 180 short-term rentals, but demand has spread to other neighborhoods. City Manager John Orzech recommends limiting overlay expansion and tightening the ordinance to maintain regulatory control. A decision on extending the moratorium has not been set.

Rockaway Beach, OR

Rockaway Beach City Council will hold a public hearing Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. to consider changes to short-term rental rules.

The proposal would clarify that fees are set by council resolution and require license postings, complaint hotline signage, and a guest registry for renewals. Residents can testify in person, by mail, or by email before the Feb. 9 deadline. The meeting will take place at City Hall.

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