Local Trend. How 1 Coastal City is Addressing Short Term rentals. Creates Affordable Housing Fund. Allows for Larger Nuisance Fines.

San Diego, California  City Council is considering a new short term rental ordinance that will:

  • permit short term rentals of residential property but not of investment property
    • home owners could rent out up to 3 properties on a short-term basis,
  • require a 3-night minimum stay would be required in San Diego’s coastal areas
  • require a 3 night minimum stay in neighborhoods that have been designated as a historic district
  • limit the total nuymber of days the residence can be rented to 90 days a year
  • up to $5,000 could be assessed for noise and nuisance violations
  •  $5 nightly rental fee which would create an affordable housing fund

San Diego Union Tribune | Airbnb debate heats up with new proposal permitting short-term rentals