Editor:
Santa Monica has wasted a unique opportunity. Regulating and taxing short-term rentals could generate millions for affordable housing. These short-term rental units will not be available for low-income housing
Cities all over the world, from Paris to San Francisco, are beginning to regulate the home-sharing service Airbnb. Santa Monica — one of the most popular markets for Airbnb in in
Dozens of Airbnb users gathered on the lawn of City Hall to protest the second reading of an ordinance that promises to crack down on short-term rentals in the city.
This time it's really happening, hopefully.
After hours of debate, City Council is slated to make a final decision on the Zoning Ordinance Tuesday night.
Public comment was
Editor's note: This letter was submitted to the City Council as part of the debate over regulating short-term rentals.
The Short Term Rental Advocacy Center (STRAC), a coalition
City officials will soon begin cracking down on most vacation listings that are available for rent on sites like Airbnb and VRBO.
On Tuesday night, City Council unanimously approved an
Santa Monica Airbnb hosts, there's good news and bad news.
City Council will consider an ordinance on Tuesday that would allow certain short-term rentals but crack down on
CITY HALL — City Council will consider regulating short-term rentals, like those offered by companies like Airbnb and VRBO.
Near midnight on Wednesday, as council discussed the updated Zoning Ordinance, Mayor
