1. Responsible Regulation
We support clear, consistent, and enforceable STR rules that promote safety, quiet enjoyment, and neighborhood harmony without punitive barriers that make legal operation impossible.
2. Fair Fees & Licensing
Licensing fees should reflect actual administrative costs—not function as revenue generators or deterrents to STR ownership. We advocate for reasonable, transparent fee structures.
3. Uniformity Across Municipalities
Fragmented STR ordinances create confusion and opportunity for non-compliance. We support standardized definitions, procedures, and expectations at the county or state level to improve fairness and clarity.
4. Right to Operate for Property Owners
Property owners should retain the right to host responsibly. We oppose blanket bans, moratoriums, and distance restrictions that artificially depress property value and housing mobility.
5. Safety Requirements
We support evidence-based safety standards (smoke/CO detectors, egress rules, septic compliance) that protect guests without introducing unnecessary, duplicative mandates.
6. Housing Market Balance
We recognize community housing needs, but reject the claim that STRs are the root cause of affordability challenges. Solutions should include multi-pronged housing policy, not STR reduction alone.
7. Local Supplier & Tourism Economy Support
STRs are an economic engine for local trades, restaurants, retailers, and tourism partners. We advocate for policies that keep visitor dollars circulating locally.
8. Good Neighbor Expectations
We support enforceable behavior standards—quiet hours, parking clarity, trash protocols—and believe guest conduct rules should be applied consistently across STRs, hotels, and resorts.
9. Transparent Enforcement
We support fair enforcement that is complaint-driven, data-based, and evenly applied—not selective, arbitrary, or targeted.
10. HOA Compatibility
We respect HOA covenants but oppose retroactive rule changes that remove previously granted STR rights or strip value from existing owners.
11. Education Over Punishment
We believe municipalities should prioritize education, compliance assistance, and warnings before fines or revocation, especially for first-time or administrative errors.
12. Stakeholder Dialogue
We encourage regular engagement among townships, STR owners, tourism leaders, and residents. Policy is strongest when shaped by collaboration, not conflict.
