Local TREND. 3 Ways The Right Fights Cities & Supports Short Term Rentals.

Where:​ Florida

What’s special about FL cities’ short term rental ordinances?  local fines on unlicensed short term rentals are some of the highest in the nation.

How bad has it gotten? Miami Beach paid for a floating billboard accusing short term rental platforms of being cozy with state law makers Miami Herald

What have conservatives done to actively support short term rental platforms?

• Lawsuits. Bring causes of actions against cities
• Legislation to preempt local ordinances
• Model Legislation via the Goldwater Institute and the consortium, State Policy Network
• Op Eds
• Social Media  broadcasts opposing regulations

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