[redwitch]

Actually, two couples purchasing one home is not that uncommon here. It's been done several times. So far as I know, these couples are very much vested in maintaining their property and following the rules. They're also less likely to rent out their property since one couple or the other is frequently in residence.

As to corporations, trusts, etc. purchasing a property, I can't see the issues unless purchasing specifically for rental properties with the intent to do as little maintenance as possible. Of course, individuals purchasing with the same intent would be just as big of an issue. Many people set up trusts for tax and liability issues. These folks are just as likely to properly maintain their property as you or your next door neighbor.

So, should lifestyle visits be banned? Really see no difference between someone renting for a week to visit family here or someone taking a mini vacation and calling it a lifestyle visit. Most of these renters are excellent short-term renters. They're thrilled to be here, happy to visit their friends and families, more than willing to respect the rules here. While we're at it, guess we should shut down The Waterfront since people staying there are visiting for even shorter periods.

Like it or not, TV is going to have renters. Some long-term, some not. Some will maintain their rental as if it is their home, whether staying three days, three months or three years. Others will never maintain their property, whether owning, renting or living with family here.

Tis a very large brush with which you are tarring short-term renters and individuals purchasing their homes in ways in which you do not approve.