Council adopts tighter short-term rental rules after split 3–2 vote

Dec 10, 2025

The Star Valley Ranch Town Council approved Ordinance 2025-09 on second reading to tighten short-term rental rules — including a ban on splitting single-family homes into multiple short-term units — after a 3–2 vote. Councilors discussed a possible grandfather clause and whether on-site hosts should be treated differently.

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The Star Valley Ranch Town Council approved Ordinance 2025-09 on second reading on Dec. 9, 2025, tightening regulations on short-term rentals. Councilman Ellis presented the measure, saying the ordinance clarifies prohibitions and posting requirements for permits on the town website.

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