STR News You Can Use - June 19, 2025

Everyday, we’ll highlight interesting news from around the world that shows how different communities are embracing, or attacking, the STR Community.

NBSTRA monitors this news to be on the lookout for emerging threats and opportunities, and is always working to ensure the best possible climate for STR Owners and Managers in Newport Beach.

Here’s today’s news:

Columbia, SC - Potential citywide pause on short term rentals raises concern for local film company

• Who knew there could be negative consequences to banning STRs?

South Carolina - SC bill would protect short term rentals in the state

• Meanwhile, in the State Capitol, the Legislature is considering stepping in to stop local governments from banning STRs.

Steamboat Springs, CO - Steamboat Springs City Council meeting turns heated amid outcry over STR enforcement

• STR owners a rightfully “irate” after hearing a City administrative nightmare has some of them facing hundred of thousands of dollars in penalties related to the STR licenses

Forest Hills, NC - Forest Hills passes new short term rental rules

• This city has put into place new regulations which on its face seem reasonable. Well run STRs are not a burden on neighborhoods.

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