Arlington has become the latest Texas city to consider regulating short-term rentals (STRs). In response to complaints about “party houses,”
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Defending the “Sharing Economy”
In recent years, much controversy has arisen over companies such as Airbnb and Uber. Airbnb and Uber are the poster
When “Big Business” is the “Little People”
In recent years, much controversy has arisen over companies such as Airbnb and Uber. These two companies are the poster
Defending Short-term Rentals
Across America, the owners of short-term rental (STR) properties are under attack. Legislators are passing laws to restrict, and in
Principles and Pragmatism
San Antonio is considering new regulations for short-term rentals (STRs). Unfortunately, some STR owners welcome the new regulations. For example,
Short-term Rentals and Property Rights
In the 2017 legislative session, Texas lawmakers considered numerous bills aimed at limiting the ability of local governments to pass
Austin’s Nanny State
People often make decisions that we find objectionable or foolish. They might invest their money in a manner we believe
Austin Short-Term Rental Regulations
In 2012, Austin began regulating short-term rentals. The regulations require property owners to apply for a license, pay hotel taxes,