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The Situation
As with many states across the country, North Carolina has seen a sharp uptick in short-term rentals in recent years. This proliferation of these properties, which are often highly unregulated, has unfortunately brought nuisance behaviors and even crime to many North Carolina neighborhoods. Rightfully so, North Carolina families are concerned about the influx of short-term rentals creating instability in their neighborhoods. North Carolinians are counting on their legislators to enact appropriate legislation to hold short-term rental platforms accountable for unlicensed, unregistered properties, ensure they pay their fair share of taxes, and decrease the potential for a drain on community resources due to excessive disturbances.
When it comes to creating appropriate laws to regulate the short-term rental industry, lawmakers must strike a vital balance that prioritizes both the interests of tourists and the concerns of local communities.
Legislative Initiatives
We’ve actively participated in North Carolina’s legislative landscape in recent years, focusing on short-term rental bills that could have an impact on North Carolina communities. We will continue to monitor any legislation in the future that may impact residents’ quality of life or affordable housing options.
Short-Term Rental Hotspots in North Carolina (Source: AirDNA.co)
Charlotte: 4,006 Short-Term Rentals
In Charlotte, 54% of Airbnbs are now commercially operated – up 55% since 2020 – taking 4,006 homes off the market.
Asheville: 2,706 Short-Term Rentals
In Asheville, 76% of Airbnbs are now commercially operated – up 23% since 2020 – taking 2,706 homes off the market.
Oak Island: 1,641 Short-Term Rentals
In Oak Island, 78% of Airbnbs are now commercially operated – up 48% since 2020 – taking 1,641 homes off the market.
Raleigh: 1,487 Short-Term Rentals
In Raleigh, 57% of Airbnbs are now commercially operated – up 103% since 2020 – taking 1,487 homes off the market.
In The News
Shots Fired During Party At NC Short-Term Rental: Sheriff
Four Vacationers Stabbed At Drug-Fueled Party At North Carolina Airbnb
Airbnb Announces Party Ban After Complaints Of Raleigh Rental Gathering
New Changes Possibly Coming For Short-Term Rentals In Greensboro
Winston-Salem Neighbors Raise Concerns Over Lack Of Airbnb Regulations
‘More Like A Hotel’: Neighbors Raise Concerns Over Short-Term Rentals At Savoy Apartments
In Pinehurst, A Village Divided By Short-Term Home Rentals
Short-Term Vacation Rental Growth Explodes In Buncombe County
Asheville Airbnb Fraudster Sentenced To Nearly 8 Years For Lying To Banks, Gun Crime
Downtown Asheville Homeowners Live Amid 9 Illegal Airbnb’s; Despite Reports, No Fines
Asheville-Area Airbnb Owners Sued For Allegedly Dumping Renter ‘Raw Sewage’ In Woods
Charlotte Woman Shocked To Find Her New Home On Airbnb, Listed By Evicted Tenant
No One Injured As Bullets Fired Into Party At Lake Norman House, Sheriff Said
Shooting At An Airbnb Pool Party In North Carolina Leaves One Person Dead, One Injured
