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Bill to redefine 'tourist home' divides public health, short‑term rental hosts
Summary
Senate Bill 363 would narrow 'tourist home' to mean an entire private home or condo never occupied by an owner or manager and rented in its entirety, reducing licensing for owner‑occupied short‑term rentals. Proponents say it cuts red tape; public health officials warn it would create sanitation loopholes.
Senate Bill 363 would amend the definition of "tourist home" in statute 50‑51‑102 to specify that a tourist home is a private home or condominium that is never occupied by an owner or manager and is rented in its entirety to transient guests. Backers said the change would clarify confusion between short‑term rentals and tenant/landlord arrangements.
Sponsor Senator Daniel Zolnikoff said the amendment would reduce the number of properties that currently need a tourist home license and would help owners who occasionally…
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