City of Duluth re-evaluates short-term rentals

In an effort to mitigate numerous complaints, the City of Duluth has re-addressed its short-term rental policy.

 

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that the city has received noise and property management complaints as short-term rental options from companies like Airbnb and VRBO continue to be a popular lodging method. Additionally, more investors have expressed interest in buying properties that would eventually be converted into more rental properties.

 

Duluth officials have created an ordinance that defines short-term rentals as residential units that are rented on a nightly basis. Those who may be staying in a short-term rental for transient accommodations or tourism may only rent the unit for 28 days.

 

For multi-family units, only one short-term rental will be allowed per every two units in a duplex, one for three in a triplex and one per every four units in a development with four or more units.

 

Location restrictions will also apply, in addition to parking guidelines, maximum occupancy, quiet hours, planned unit development limitations and permit requirements.