Short Term Rental Ballot Propositions

What’s happening? Telluride Colorado has 2 ballot propositions this fall. (1) limits the number of short term rentals to 400 and implement a lottery system for permits. (2) cap and freeze licenses for two years and double short-term rental business license fees.

Why is this important? Tourist towns are grappling with a lack of affordable housing and high numbers of short term rentals.

How will this be important? Both sides argue property rights. One says being able to offer short term rentals in my property is the highest and best use of my property. The other side says I am protecting my property rights and property value by keeping the neighborhoods clear of short term rentals.

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