News You Can Use – November 10, 2025 – TOP STORY: Calistoga tightens STR ban and pledges tougher enforcement

Today’s “News You Can Use” is typical of our busiest days, with both good and bad news from around the country.

1) TOP STORY: Calistoga, CA — Ban tightened, enforcement to ramp up

City leaders strengthened their short-term rental ban and signaled stepped-up enforcement to curb illegal operations. Officials said clearer rules and penalties will support compliance efforts.
Links:
– The Press Democrat

2) Kansas City, MO — Permit fees cut ahead of World Cup

To encourage compliance and expand licensed inventory for 2026, the city will reduce STR permit fees tied to the World Cup.
Links:
– FOX4 Kansas City

3) New York City, NY — Editorial urges allowing STRs

An editorial argues New York should permit regulated short-term rentals, contending the current crackdown hurts tourism and small owners.
Links:
– New York Daily News

4) New Orleans, LA — Report tracks transient lodging trends

A planning commission report outlines recent data and recommendations on transient lodging and visitor accommodations across the city.
Links:
– NOLA.com

5) San Antonio, TX — Overhaul of STR ordinance on the table

City officials are considering a comprehensive update to STR rules, including permitting and operating standards, with public input upcoming.
Links:
– FOX San Antonio

6) Plainfield, NJ — Council set to vote on substantial STR regulations

A vote is scheduled on a package of significant rules governing STRs; details cover permitting, inspections and enforcement.
Links:
– TAPinto Plainfield

7) Livingston, MT — City moves toward STR regulation (multi-part coverage)

Officials discussed next steps on regulating STR housing; a companion package walks through options and community feedback to date.
Links:
– Livingston Enterprise (news)
– Livingston Enterprise (collection)
– Livingston Enterprise (discussion)

8) Park Township & Lakeshore Twp., MI — Court upholds ban; neighboring fines to begin

A judge affirmed Park Township’s STR ban; citing that ruling, Lakeshore Township says it will start issuing fines to non-compliant operators.
Links:
– FOX 17 Grand Rapids
– Holland Sentinel
– Crain’s Grand Rapids Business

9) Bath Township/Akron area, OH — Airbnb clarifies zoning context after shooting

Following the party-house shooting near Akron, Airbnb said its service isn’t banned in Bath Township but local zoning restricted the specific property; officials continue broader policy discussions.
Links:
– Cleveland.com

10) Franklin County, MO — Proposal: guests must be 21+

County commissioners tabled a code change that would require STR guests to be 21 or older, pending further review.
Links:
– Citizen Portal

11) Athens, GA — STR issue returns to spotlight

Local coverage revisits Athens’ debate over STR rules as lawmakers weigh potential changes and enforcement pathways.
Links:
– WUGA

12) Ohio — Mayors line up against state STR preemption bill (SB 104)

A group of mayors opposes a bill that would shift STR regulatory authority to the state, warning of lost local control. (Includes Marblehead mayor comments and regional follow-ups.)
Links:
– Port Clinton News Herald (video)
– The News-Messenger
– Port Clinton News Herald (story)
– Norwalk Reflector

13) Editorial — Finding balance with STRs

An editorial calls for pragmatic middle ground that respects neighborhood character while allowing regulated visitor lodging.
Links:
– The Times Leader (Ohio Valley)

14) Hawaiʻi County & Maui, HI — STR policy timelines slip

A Hawaiʻi County committee voted to delay a new vacation-rental law, and a council vacancy on Maui is postponing a related housing vote.
Links:
– Honolulu Star-Advertiser (Hawaiʻi County)
– Honolulu Star-Advertiser (Maui)

15) Southampton, NY — Officials revisit Shinnecock Hills rentals

Town coverage details renewed attention on rentals in Shinnecock Hills amid neighborhood concerns and ongoing code work.
Links:
– Newsday

16) Upstate NY — Owner-occupied host says fees are onerous; review planned

A council agreed to review inspection and renewal fees after a host argued current costs are burdensome for owner-occupied STRs.
Links:
– Citizen Portal

17) Yates County, NY — Vote on STR law next week

County legislators will decide on a short-term rental law in the coming week, setting operating rules and compliance expectations.
Links:
– FingerLakes1

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