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Originally Posted by Normal
They can’t ban, but they can manage and regulate. Rental periods are unapproachable, but city codes can stipulate on site residence of management, fire codes etc. Where there is a will, there certainly is a way.
I found this article interesting on a new AI approach to busting and fining those not compliant with laws. Those who tried to skirt laws will find it much more difficult if they aren’t registered and paying every dime in taxes. Isn’t technology grand…
Here’s how AI can help find illegal short-term rentals in Central Florida |
It's an interesting concept, but somewhat misleading. AirBnB does not collect hotel/accommodation/vacation taxes in all jurisdiction. They only collect in areas in which they have VCA's in place. Not only that, but AirBnB has is constantly changing its platform, to make it more difficult for 3rd party vendors, to track locations. If you'll notice, the vast majority of AirBnB listing, no longer contain and address. This is a conscious decision by AirBnB to thwart programs like the one described.
It's a battle that's going to play out over the next few years, but given how much money AirBnB has committed to the battle and how much their spending to elect friendly legislators, they have the upper hand, so far.