Senate bill would regulate short-term rental industry

 
An Airbnb listing in Warren. Photo by Airbnb
Thousands of Vermonters who offer short-term rentals through websites like Airbnb would face new regulations under a proposal that has advanced in the Senate.
Last week, the Senate Committee on Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs approved S.204, a bill that would require short-term rental hosts to register with the state, pay a small annual fee and self-certify that their properties comply with health and safety codes.
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