October 13, 2025 – TOP STORY: San Diego floats ballot measure to tax vacation rentals
Today’s “News You Can Use” leads with a proposal to add an extra tax on STR rentals in the City. STRs in San Diego also pay the same TOT as hotels.
1) TOP STORY: San Diego, CA — ballot measure proposed to tax vacation rentals
City Council President Sean Elo-Rivera is eyeing a ballot measure to add a tax on vacation home rentals, positioning it as part of a broader housing/quality-of-life strategy.
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2) Hudson, WI — council set to lift moratorium Oct. 16
Hudson is poised to end its temporary pause on new STRs, moving toward a permit-and-enforcement framework.
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3) Nantucket, MA — planning board backs limits ahead of Town Meeting
On a split vote, the Planning Board endorsed an STR-limiting proposal, keeping the island’s long-running debate center stage ahead of voter action.
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4) Solvang, CA — council recommends limiting STRs to downtown
Solvang leaders recommended restricting STRs to the downtown area, aiming to balance tourism with neighborhood impacts.
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5) Franklin County, VA — zoning change could allow more STRs
A proposed zoning update may open the door for additional short-term rentals, with public input underway.
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6) West Kelowna, BC — residents question opening more STRs
Council heard concerns from neighbors about expanding where STRs can operate, highlighting parking, noise, and housing pressures.
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7) Little Compton, RI — hearing held; no action taken
After a public hearing on a draft ordinance, the council deferred action, leaving existing rules in place for now.
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8) Summit County, CO — op-ed argues STR rules go too far (context)
A local letter contends current STR restrictions are overreaching and harming the economy—useful for tracking community sentiment.
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