Daily Regulatory Notes 11/01/24
Bay St. Louis, MS
Under the new ordinance, the city is now requiring all short-term rental operators to acquire a city permit to comply with safety and operational standards
Stillwater, OK
October 28 - City councilors, planning commissioners, and locals convened to review the impact of short-term rentals (STRs) on the community and discuss possible regulatory updates. Key concerns included safety, noise, parking, neighborhood character, and housing affordability.
The city currently permits STRs in residential zones with a licensing process but exempts those in commercial areas, which many found frustrating. Officials plan to gather additional data before considering any regulatory changes.
Read more about short-term rentals in Stillwater here: www.stillwaterok.gov
Normal, IL
On Monday, the Town of Normal is weighing a six-month moratorium on new short-term rentals (STRs) amid rising concerns over noise, congestion, and housing shortages linked to their increasing popularity.
```The moratorium, set to become effective November 14 if approved, would give officials time to explore regulatory options, such as banning STRs in certain residential zones or requiring longer minimum stays and owner occupancy. Town planner Mercy Davison highlighted the potential for zoning changes as the town considers ways to address the impact of STRs on the community’s quality of life and housing availability.
Queen Anne’s County, MD
Queen Anne’s County commissioners held a public hearing on Oct. 22 to consider a new short-term rental ordinance.
The ordinance, endorsed by the county planning commission, includes rules such as requiring owners or managers to be within 25 miles, setting occupancy limits, requiring all parking to be on-site, and mandating that non-overnight guests leave by 11 p.m. Disturbances will be addressed with the help of Host Compliance software from Granicus, allowing residents to report issues directly.
Residents may submit comments before the ordinance goes to a vote on Nov. 12. Track it here:
```Perry City, UT
Perry City Planning Commission is considering new short-term rental regulations to address neighbor complaints about rentals. A public hearing will be held on Nov. 7 to gather input on proposed changes to the city’s short-term rental regulations.
```Residents can attend in person or via Zoom with prior request, while written comments are also accepted. Individuals needing special accommodations should contact the city at least three days ahead.