New rules on horizon for Hilton Head short-term rentals. Here’s what they say

As short-term rentals increase in numbers in Hilton Head neighborhoods, residents have voiced concerns about parking, noise, trash and a loss of a sense of community. Ward 4 council member Tamara Becker has long been vocal about resident issues. A resident of Bradley Circle, she chose to run for town council after watching her once-quiet neighborhood become transformed into a tourism hotspot. 

For Hilton Head leaders, the new regulations are about tackling “quality of life” issues for residents. “It’s not the put anybody out of business,” said Mayor Alan Perry, who stepped up to the podium to give comments during the meeting. “First and foremost, it’s about the safety and security of our residents. When we hear about challenges of residents being able to pull out of their driveway in the morning, that’s a quality of life issue.” 

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