New York City to delay enforcing new law against Airbnb hosts
New York City has agreed to delay the enforcement of a new law that Airbnb has argued could restrict the number of people allowed to host rentals in the city. A lawsuit was filed by the short-term rental company on 1 June against the new regulation, which it describes as a “de facto ban” that would make it more difficult for hosts to do business. The law, which had been scheduled to take effect on 1 July, requires hosts to be the permanent occupants of the rental units they are advertising and mandates their registration with the Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement. The law will now not be enforced with fines against hosts or booking services before 5 September.
FAQs
What is the new law introduced by New York City?
The new law brought in by New York City is designed to limit the number of short-term rental options in the city by requiring hosts to be permanent occupants of the units advertised and to register with the Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement.
Why has Airbnb taken legal action against the regulation?
Airbnb has described the law as a “de facto ban” on short-term rentals that would make it difficult for hosts to do business and would require them to comply with many different zoning regulations, dwelling laws, and maintenance and construction codes.
What does the agreement reached with New York City involve?
New York City has agreed to delay the imposition of fines upon hosts and booking agencies until 5 September, offering a few extra months for discussions on finding a mutually beneficial solution.
What is the scale of the short-term rental industry in New York City?
According to Airbnb, more than 5,500 short-term rentals are currently reserved to host over 10,000 guests in the city.
Enforcement of New Law Against Airbnb Hosts in New York City to Be Delayed
New York City has announced that it will delay the implementation of a municipal law that Airbnb claims would limit the number of people who host rentals in the city, according to a court filing. The short-term rental platform filed a lawsuit against the city on 1 June regarding the law, which it claims represents a “de facto ban” against short-term rentals. The legislation was set to go into effect on 1 July. The law demands that hosts must be permanent occupants of the units being rented. Additionally, hosts must register with the Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement before posting rentals. The office will not issue fines against hosts or booking services until 5 September, according to the filing.