Rental

Southampton Instates 14-Day Rental Rule in Bid to Curb Noise and Disruptions

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SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — The Village of Southampton has enacted a new regulation, setting a 14-day minimum rental period for homes in the area. The village’s board of trustees passed the amendment with a 4-1 vote, aiming to address increasing community concerns surrounding noise disturbances and weekend parties prevalent among short-term renters. Under the newly adopted rule, property owners can no longer rent their homes for less than two weeks. This change aligns Southampton with neighboring East Hampton’s rental regulations and is intended to reduce disruptions caused by transient weekend guests, a growing issue for residents. … Read more

Newport Beach City Council Moves Toward Revamping Short-Term Rental Rules Amid Community Concerns

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Newport Beach, California, is moving forward with updates to its short-term rental regulations following a recent city council vote that aligns with recommendations from the California Coastal Commission. These proposed changes aim to modify existing rules that govern short-term rentals nestled within two specific coastal mixed-use zones. In response to public concern and input, the Coastal Commission highlighted the importance of these adjustments during its review in May. The commission supports allowing a limited number of short-term rental properties in mixed-use areas, including the Mariners’ Mile corridor and upper Balboa Peninsula—zones identified in a 2003 … Read more

New Laws in North Carolina: Enhanced Auto Insurance, Vacation Rental Safeguards, and Workplace Freedom Take Effect on July 1st

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RALEIGH, N.C. — Several new laws set to take effect in North Carolina on July 1 aim to enhance consumer protection in auto insurance, establish human trafficking awareness in the vacation rental sector, and modify employment agreements for workers. These legislative changes come with significant implications for residents and businesses across the state. Effective July 1, the state will raise the minimum liability limits for automobile insurance. Currently, the required minimum is $30,000 per person for bodily injury, with $60,000 per accident and $25,000 for property damage. Under the new provisions, these limits will increase … Read more

Legal Challenge Sparks Debate: Bellingham’s Short-Term Rental Restrictions Under Fire for Unconstitutionality

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BELLINGHAM, Wash. — A recent lawsuit has emerged challenging the constitutionality of Bellingham’s regulations on short-term rental properties. This legal action raises significant questions about local governance and property rights amid ongoing debates about housing availability in the region. The lawsuit, filed by a property owner who utilizes short-term rentals, seeks to overturn the city’s restrictions that many claim infringe on private property rights. This case puts a spotlight on the growing tension between short-term rental operators and local governments across the United States. As urban areas grapple with rising housing costs and the impacts … Read more