Maui lawmakers passed legislation to significantly reduce vacation rentals, which currently constitute 21% of the island's housing. This move, motivated by a housing shortage worsened by the Lahaina wildfire, seeks to eliminate short-term rentals by enforcing minimum rental duration rules. The bill, expected to close existing loopholes, will be implemented in phases starting from 2028 in West Maui. Mayor Richard Bissen champions this legislation as vital for restoring housing priorities for local residents and aims to enhance sustainable living conditions for future generations.
The Maui County Council's housing committee voted 6-3 to pass a bill that aims to eliminate a significant portion of vacation rentals to address a housing shortage.
Vacation rentals currently account for 21% of all housing in Maui, which affects local residents' ability to find affordable housing.
The mandate would close a loophole allowing owners of condos in apartment zones to rent their units for short durations, instead of the required minimum.
Mayor Richard Bissen emphasized that this bill is a critical first step in prioritizing housing for local residents and securing a future for the community.
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