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Resident says repeated calls for sheriff after Vannort Drive Airbnb; council hears possible regulatory options
Summary
John Fleming of 109 Rowland Drive told the council the Vannort Drive Airbnb prompted six sheriff calls over the July 4 weekend; council members and staff discussed fire-code and noise-ordinance enforcement and the prospect of local regulations to deter nuisance short-term rentals.
John Fleming of 109 Rowland Drive told the Town Council that a short-term rental on Vannort Drive has generated repeated problems, and that the Sheriff's Office was called six times over the July Fourth weekend to respond. Fleming said a neighbor contacted the hosting platform seeking removal of the property’s license; he was advised the platform could send a letter to the property owner.
Town staff and council members discussed avenues the town could use to address such nuisances, including enforcement of fire codes and the noise ordinance and the possibility of developing local regulations targeted at short-term rental nuisance behavior. Councilwoman Thiele noted that municipalities regulate short-term rentals differently and referenced a discussion on the topic at the Maryland Municipal League conference.
No formal referral, ordinance, or vote to change short-term rental rules was recorded during the work session. Councilmembers and staff agreed the issue merits further attention and potential regulatory follow-up, but no timeline or specific drafting instruction was recorded.
