Executive Summary
Hudson, Wisconsin, caps short-term rental licenses at just 25 citywide with mandatory 300-foot spacing between properties, while Parma Heights, Ohio, and Buena Vista, Colorado, have implemented outright moratoriums blocking new STR operations. Buena Vista specifically targets out-of-state investors by capping non-local licenses at 119 and requiring two years of ownership before conversion to STR use. Oakland, California, continues to delay its proposed 90-night annual limit for primary residences, leaving 2,500 existing Airbnb listings in regulatory limbo until spring 2026 hearings. Meanwhile, enforcement is intensifying with Ruidoso, New Mexico, launching AI-powered compliance monitoring software and Onondaga County, New York, implementing a 2% occupancy tax, and Twin Cities suburbs are imposing $1,000 daily fines for unlicensed operations.
New Regulations
Hudson, Wisconsin
Licensing, Zoning · Published September 08, 2025
Hudson City Council's new ordinance imposes a 300-foot distance requirement between short-term rentals, caps licenses at 25 (15 downtown, 15 elsewhere), and mandates owner-occupancy (183 days/year) for rentals under seven days, with fines of $500-$1,000 for non-compliance. Existing license holders are exempt if ownership and use remain unchanged, but new applicants face stricter requirements.
→ Source: Hudson City Council passes short-term rentals ordinance
Parma Heights, Ohio
Licensing · Published September 04, 2025
Parma Heights enacted a six-month moratorium on STRs to address concerns about neighborhood character and safety, following a previous 2025 moratorium. Investors face a temporary ban on new STR operations, with potential for permanent restrictions.
→ Source: Parma Heights moratorium locks the door on Airbnb rentals
Buena Vista, Colorado
Licensing, Zoning · Published September 03, 2025
Buena Vista's ordinance caps out-of-county STR licenses at 119, prohibits new ones in R-1 zones, and requires two years of ownership before STR conversion. Local residents are unaffected, but out-of-county investors face significant restrictions on new licenses.
→ Source: BV Trustees Pass Ordinance to Temporarily Freeze Out-of-County STR Licensing
Ruidoso, New Mexico
Licensing, Enforcement · Published September 04, 2025
Ruidoso's new STR software, launching September 8, 2025, uses AI to monitor compliance and streamline registration, with a public portal and 24-hour complaint hotline. Investors must register promptly to avoid penalties, as the system enhances enforcement against unregistered rentals.
→ Source: Village of Ruidoso Launches New Short-Term Rental Software September 8, 2025
Onondaga County, New York
Tax · Published September 02, 2025
Onondaga County implemented a 2% room occupancy tax on STRs, aligning with state requirements, increasing costs for guests. A registry program with software funding was approved, potentially leading to stricter compliance monitoring by 2027.
→ Source: Onondaga County Enforces New Room Tax on Airbnb, Vrbo Rentals
Developing Regulations
Milton, Delaware
Zoning, Licensing · Published September 07, 2025
Milton's Planning and Zoning Commission recommends treating short-term rentals as special permitted uses in zones allowing bed-and-breakfasts, requiring primary homeowner status, quotas, and limits on rental days. The town council will review these suggestions, which could restrict STR operations if adopted.
→ Source: Milton Planners Approve Report on Short-Term Rentals
Wilson County, Tennessee
Zoning · Published September 06, 2025
The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will review new and renewal applications for short-term rentals on September 18, 2025, indicating ongoing regulatory oversight. Investors should monitor outcomes, as approvals or denials could signal stricter zoning policies.
→ Source: Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals to Meet on Short-Term Rental Requests
Holly, Michigan
Licensing, Safety · Published September 05, 2025
The Village of Holly is considering updates to its 2019 STR ordinance, including prohibiting tents/campers, clarifying lighting restrictions, and mandating carbon monoxide detectors.
→ Source: Village of Holly Planning Commission discusses short-term rentals
Oakland, California
Licensing · Published September 04, 2025
Oakland's proposed STR regulations, limiting rentals to primary residences for 90 nights annually, remain delayed with public hearings set for spring 2026. Despite illegal status, 2,500 Airbnb listings operate, and investors should prepare for stricter licensing and enforcement once regulations are finalized.
→ Source: Oakland had a plan to regulate Airbnbs and Vrbos. Why has it taken 9 years?
Boulder, Colorado
Licensing · Published September 04, 2025
Boulder is proposing a 'Festival Lodging License' to relax STR restrictions during events like the 2027 Sundance Film Festival, allowing non-owner-occupied rentals and multiple properties per owner. This could increase STR opportunities but may face pushback from residents concerned about housing impacts.
→ Source: City of Boulder Considers Short-Term Rental Code Changes Ahead of Sundance Debut
Warren, Vermont
Licensing, Fees · Published September 04, 2025
Warren is implementing an STR registry and debating fees ($200 flat or tiered by bedrooms/host status) for its 475 STRs, aiming to recover administrative costs. Investors should monitor fee decisions, as they could impact operating expenses.
→ Source: Warren weighs short-term rental fees, seeks balance between fairness and cost recovery
Spring Lake Heights, New Jersey
Zoning · Published September 04, 2025
Spring Lake Heights residents are pushing back against STRs due to noise, parking, and overcrowding, with 18 Airbnb listings identified. The council is expected to address potential regulations in upcoming meetings, which could limit STR operations.
→ Source: Heights Residents Oppose Airbnb Rentals
Twin Cities (Blaine, Excelsior, St. Anthony), Minnesota
Licensing, Zoning · Published September 03, 2025
Suburbs like Blaine, Excelsior ($1,000 daily fines for unlicensed STRs), and St. Anthony (considering bans or owner-occupied limits) are tightening STR regulations. Investors should prepare for potential restrictions or increased penalties impacting profitability.
→ Source: Twin Cities suburbs face new fights, lawsuits over short-term rentals
