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Local governments across the country are engaging in a slow-motion seizure of private property rights—but in Idaho, lawmakers just put a stop to it.

HB 583 establishes a clear statewide standard for short-term rentals (STRs), ensuring that local governments cannot impose arbitrary restrictions that effectively prohibit homeowners from renting their property.

This research piece is one of the most extensive reviews to date of short-term rental regulation, synthesizing academic research, economic data, and real-world case studies from major cities and resort communities.