Home sharing proposal sparks debate over guest limits

In a recent government meeting, the board reviewed two applications for special exceptions related to home-sharing accommodations. The first application, case number 15716, involved a six-bedroom home that the owner proposed to accommodate up to 14 guests. However, after discussions, the board agreed to modify the request to a maximum of 11 guests. The owner also proposed quiet hours from 9 PM to 8 AM and a limit of six vehicles on the property. The board unanimously approved the application for a one-year exemption, contingent upon these self-imposed rules.

The second application, case number 15717, was presented by American Anna Deboss for a three-bedroom, one-bathroom single-family home. The owner sought permission to allow home-sharing for short-term rentals. Initially, the application suggested accommodating up to nine guests, but the board and the owner agreed to limit this to six guests. The property currently has one long-term tenant, and the owner expressed a desire to maintain flexibility for future rentals. The board's discussions highlighted the importance of managing guest capacity and ensuring neighborhood tranquility.

Both applications reflect a growing trend in the community towards home-sharing, with the board emphasizing the need for regulations to balance homeowner interests with neighborhood concerns.