News You Can Use – September 17, 2025 – TOP STORY: Las Vegas/Clark County STR legal battle takes a new turn

Today’s “News You Can Use! shows that they long-running battle between property owners in Las Vegas and the government won’t be settling down anytime soon.

1) TOP STORY: Clark County, NV — new action in the STR lawsuit

The high-profile legal fight over Clark County’s short-term rental rules moved into its next phase, signaling continued uncertainty for operators in the Las Vegas area.
Links:

• 8 News Now

2) Columbia, SC — enforcement overhaul and moratorium debate

City leaders advanced an enforcement-focused STR ordinance while also debating (and deferring) a temporary moratorium, as stakeholders weigh compliance, neighborhood impacts, and housing goals.
Links:

• The Post and Courier – Columbia

• Here Columbia

• WIS-TV

3) Hilton Head Island, SC — council weighs a temporary halt

Officials discussed a temporary halt on new STRs as they consider long-term rules for resort neighborhoods and workforce housing.
Links:

• WSAV

• The Island Packet

4) Hawaiʻi (Big Island) — economic impact briefing to council

A new presentation details the economic footprint of short-term vacation rentals on Hawaiʻi Island, informing policy conversations about taxation, caps, and permitted zones.
Links:

• Big Island Video News

5) Portsmouth, VA — city refines STR approach

Portsmouth updated how it regulates STRs, aligning enforcement tools and neighborhood compatibility standards.
Links:

• The Virginian-Pilot

6) Pemberton, BC — new rules add flexibility under 90 days

Council adopted STR changes that provide more flexibility for operators renting fewer than 90 days, with safeguards to manage local impacts.
Links:

• Pique NewsMagazine

7) Lake Forest, AL — owners push back on potential ban

STR owners spoke out as the city considers a potential ban, highlighting property-rights, tourism, and revenue implications.
Links:

• Gulf Coast Media

8) Dexter Township, MI — status quo for now

Officials will stick with the current STR ordinance while monitoring data and complaints before deciding on further changes.
Links:

• The Sun Times News

9) Oneida County, WI — supervisors consider ordinance changes

The county board discussed updates to its STR framework, signaling potential tweaks to permitting and enforcement.
Links:

• WJFW

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