Daily Regulatory Notes 03/05/2025
Cities address STRs. New York discusses bill; Lewisville, TX approves ordinance; South Haven, MI postpones vote; Hudson, WI schedules public info open house; West Windsor, VT upholds ordinance; Lexington, KY reviews enforcement. READ MORE.
Every day, we bring you a detailed overview of recent news and updates about primary decisions, community feedback, or legislative changes relevant to the short-term rental industry. 📰
New York
New York’s new short-term rental bill A05686 has drawn support from lawmakers who see it as a way to balance housing concerns with local control.
Assemblywoman Gabriella Romero emphasized that counties can opt out giving municipalities flexibility in regulating and registering STRs. Assemblyman Andrew Molitor backed the bill citing improvements over previous legislation. The bill also ensures STRs contribute to state revenue through sales tax collection.
Lewisville, TX
Lewisville City Council has approved a new ordinance capping short-term rental permits at 130 citywide.
With 90 permitted STRs currently operating, the cap allows up to 40 new applications now that the city’s year-long moratorium has ended. Officials are also considering density-based regulations including minimum distance requirements and per-block limits with a public input process expected to take four to five months before further council review.
South Haven, MI
Genelaine Urbano
Continuation from Daily Notes 02/27/2025
South Haven City Council postponed a vote on proposed short-term rental regulations after a public hearing drew strong opposition from residents and business owners.
The draft ordinance includes occupancy limits, zoning restrictions, and a 180-day compliance period for existing STRs. Following community concerns about economic impacts and job losses, the council delayed the decision until March 17 to further review the proposal.
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Hudson, WI
Hudson officials are gathering public input on potential short-term rental regulations ahead of the city’s moratorium expiration in June.
The moratorium adopted in June 2024 temporarily halts new STR licenses to assess their impact on housing availability, affordability, and neighborhood stability. Residents can participate in listening sessions with Alderperson Sarah Bruch on March 15 and March 29, or attend a Public Information Open House on March 18 at the Hudson Fire Hall.
```West Windsor, VT
West Windsor voters upheld the town’s short-term rental ordinance in a 99-15 vote during Town Meeting, rejecting a proposed repeal.
The ordinance set to take effect in May requires STR owners to obtain annual licenses, pay fees of $150–$300 per bedroom, and comply with state tax and fire codes. Supporters argued it provides a necessary framework to address community issues related to short-term rentals.
Lexington, KY
Lexington’s General Government and Planning Committee received an update on short-term rental enforcement from Revenue Director Wes Holbrook on Tuesday.
Regulations first passed in July 2023 and amended in December 2024 set occupancy and density limits while requiring all STRs to have an active license. Of the 979 STRs currently listed, 14 citations have been issued for noncompliance, with 78 properties receiving first notices. The city has collected $4,750 in fines and $115,000 in renewal fees, though $7,000 in fines remain unpaid.
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