Law ensures local control over lodging taxes and regulations
The latest U.K. budget provides little good news to hoteliers, who hoped for an overhaul of business rates and other benefits, but it did restrict tax breaks for second-home owners who are listing properties on short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb.
New rules will require host registration and a data-sharing framework with public authorities. HOTREC sees the law as an important public policy tool that will increase transparency and competitiveness in the accommodation market
AAHOA, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association, called for stronger enforcement of short-term rentals in Los Angeles, Calif., in response to a report that Airbnb profits are soaring despite regulations meant to curb illegal listings.
The new regulations require hosts to register with the city to rent their homes on a short-term basis of fewer than 30 days. Platforms such as Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and more must verify that a host’s registration application has been approved to be able to collect fees.
After years of sparring with the city and a failed lawsuit earlier this year, Airbnb has run out of options and is expected to lose thousands of listings in one of its biggest markets.
Hotels and other accommodation continue to be undercut by the lack of regulation in the short-term let market.
The system will increase engagement between town staff and the community while providing a more accurate picture of the STR landscape on Hilton Head Island.
UKHospitality Cymru has called for Welsh Government to use a new statutory licensing scheme to create a 'level playing field' between established serviced accommodation businesses and the short-term let sector.
The trade body has long been pushing for a Government review, and has informed the call for evidence via round tables and discussions with officials. UKHospitality will respond to the call for evidence in consultation with its Accommodation Group and other affected areas of its membership.