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Council approves zoning limits on short-term rentals in RS districts after extended debate (5–1)
Summary
After extended public comment and council discussion about neighborhood character, legal risk and variance options, the council approved a zoning amendment that tightens short-term rental rules in RS residential districts; the ordinance passed 5–1.
The Laconia City Council voted 5–1 to adopt a zoning amendment tightening short-term rental rules in RS (residential) districts after a lengthy public-comment period and council debate.
Supporters of the amendment said the change is intended to preserve single‑family neighborhood character. One councilor argued that short-term rentals that operate like businesses should be subject to the…
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