An act relating to regulating short-term rentals

This bill (H 242) regulates short-term rentals in Vermont by imposing two main requirements: (1) a host-occupancy rule requiring a long-term resident to live on the same premises as the rental, and (2) a numerical limit allowing no more than one short-term rental per property parcel. It also mandates annual registration with the state Department of Housing, requiring owners to provide detailed information including property addresses, unit counts, and guest capacity. Municipalities can exempt themselves from these rules via voter vote, though existing local regulations (as of July 2025) will automatically override the statewide rules. The bill affects short-term rental owners, operators, and municipalities, taking effect July 1, 2026.