This week's update covers new laws, permit requirements, and regulation news for hosts in:

• Bozeman, Montana

• Beavercreek, Ohio

• Port Angeles, Washington

• Kansas City, Missouri

• New Braunfels, Texas

• Little Rock, Arkansas

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Bozeman

The City of Bozeman is proposing licensing regulations for short-term rental platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. The ordinance aims to give the city more control over the number of short-term rentals operating in the city. Hosts would be required to obtain a license before they can advertise their short-term rentals. The focus is on public safety and ensuring that rentals meet basic requirements and inspections. The proposed ordinance has yet to be approved.

Beavercreek

The City of Beavercreek has implemented new regulations for short-term rental owners that require them to obtain a permit and adhere to specific guidelines. Existing rental unit owners have until Sept. 24, 2023, to apply for a license. Also, owners will now have to pay a 3% hotel tax. You can apply for the license here if you are a Beavercreek host.

Port Angeles

New regulations have been implemented to limit the creation of new short-term rentals in various residential zones. The new regulations were enacted on June 16, 2023, and will remain in place for up to six months. You can learn more about the zoning here.

Kansas City

STR hosts in Kansas City are suing the city to block restrictions on short-term rentals. They argue that the regulations violate their property rights and unfairly target their businesses.

New Braunfels

A lawsuit filed against the city of New Braunfels by STR hosts, challenging the city's short-term rental laws, has been approved by a federal appeals court to proceed in court. The hosts accuse the city of having no findings, reports, or data supporting its ban on short-term rentals in residential areas. The owners also accuse New Braunfels of violating their right to equal protection.

Little Rock

The city’s board of directors has imposed new regulations on short-term rentals in Little Rock, Arkansas. The regulations include a yearly $500 inspection fee per property and limits stays up to 29 consecutive days. There is no word on when the regulations go into effect.