A recent editorial in the Austin American-Statesman called for legislators to enact “common-sense” reforms of the state’s civil asset forfeiture
Tag: short-term rentals
Principles vs. the Mob
In September, the Austin American-Statesman published a three-part series on the growing conflict between the owners of some short-term rentals
An Airbnb Experience
For some time, I have been defending short-term rentals (STRs), such as the accommodations offered through companies like Airbnb. This
A Compromise in San Antonio
San Antonio has become the latest Texas city to regulate short-term rentals (STRs). The city’s new regulations limit the number
Hypocrisy in Grapevine
The owners of short-term rentals (STRs) in Grapevine have filed suit challenging the city’s ban on STRs. Grapevine City Attorney
The Fundamental Nature of Zoning
A graphic at the beginning of a recent article about short-term rentals (STRs) in the Dallas area illustrates the fundamental
Punishing the Innocent
In early September Grapevine became the latest Texas city to outlaw short-term rentals (STRs), such as Airbnb. The city’s mayor
The Injustice of STR Regulations
Each weekend this summer, thousands of Americans will host a backyard barbeque. They will invite friends, family, and co-workers to