Many at Thursday’s public hearing speak in favor of short-term rentals such as Airbnb, but some say Portland must crack down on rogue operators.
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Rules for short-term rentals like those through Airbnb proposed in Portland
The regulations would allow rentals only at primary residences and would limit the number of guests to six, but critics call the rules too restrictive.
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Airbnb apologizes for racism complaints, outlines new policies
The company also plans to automatically block future reservations for dates when a host has already told someone that a property was unavailable.
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For now, Portland will not act on zoning complaints against short-term rentals
City Manager Jon Jennings asks the Housing Committee to fast-track a policy to deal with rentals like those offered through online sites such as Airbnb.
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Maine towns pressured to rein in short-term rentals of homes as popularity grows
Some officials consider ordinances while others steer clear amid issues of fair competition, neighborhood disruptions and safety.
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Portland zoning board tables Airbnb case, leaving short-term rentals subject to regulation
The board votes to put off interpreting how city zoning rules apply to the short-term rentals, meaning the city still can take action against homeowners found to be violating existing regulations.