Daily Regulatory Notes 12/10/2025

Brookhaven, GA

Brookhaven unanimously approved amendments strengthening its short-term rental rules by clarifying the definition of a host and requiring all STR operators to hold a valid permit.

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On April 23, 2019, the Brookhaven City Council adopted the Short-Term Rental Ordinance, which allows resident homeowners to provide temporary lodging at their property with a permit for up to 180 days a year.

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The changes also mandate that hosts keep detailed records of guest stays, costs, taxes, and registration documents for two years. City Attorney Jeremy Berry said the updates aim to address past compliance issues and ensure hosts follow the ordinance. No public comments were submitted during the hearing.

Easthampton, MA

Easthampton’s effort to create its first comprehensive short-term rental ordinance stalled after councilors objected to mandating a $5,000 whole-house fire and carbon monoxide system.

The proposal would set up registration, zoning recognition, and a citywide 50-unit cap, but officials disagreed over compliance with state code and the financial impact on small, often low-earning hosts. Fire and building officials defended the safety requirement. The amendment has been returned to committee and will be taken up again in February.

Princeton, NJ

Princeton is preparing to adopt its first comprehensive short-term rental ordinance, aiming to introduce inspections, local permitting, and new taxes while curbing investor-owned STRs.

The proposal requires all STRs to be located on an owner’s or long-term lessee’s primary residence, giving absentee operators three years to comply or convert to long-term use. It also establishes detailed operational rules, including 24/7 contact requirements and mandatory in-unit postings covering safety, occupancy, and local regulations.

Pullman, WA

Pullman’s new short-term rental regulations are back up for public comment as the planning commission reopens discussion on the rules that took effect in June.

The city has warned 60 noncompliant operators they face $250 daily fines beginning January 1 if they don’t meet requirements such as inspections, fees, and safety standards. The commission must report back to the City Council by March as new members join the council next year.

Craig, CO

Craig is restarting its short-term rental discussion by hosting a Dec. 11 open house to gather community feedback on whether the city should develop zoning, licensing, fee, or enforcement rules for STRs.

Officials say Craig currently has no regulations and only a small number of listings, but want to begin proactive outreach. The city plans to collect surveys, form a focus group of owners and neighbors, and study models from towns like Hayden as it considers issues such as caps, neighborhood suitability, and complaint response. Any potential regulations would go through the Planning and Zoning Commission before heading to City Council.

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