STL cracking down on short-term rentals

St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones on Monday signed legislation that implements the city's first restrictions on short-term rentals.

The rules include the introduction of operating permits and restrictions on the percentage of units in a multifamily building that can be used for short-term rentals, St. Louis Public Radio reports.

“I want to be clear – short-term rentals are valuable for tourism,” Jones said. “I can’t say I blame anyone for getting a glimpse into our beautiful historic neighborhoods. However, we also know that without regulations, short-term rentals can and have posed a threat to the safety of our neighbors and tenants alike.”

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