Montreal cracks down on Airbnbs, telling them they can only operate during the summer
Briefly

Montreal's city council has enacted new regulations restricting short-term rentals like Airbnbs to operate solely during the summer months, from June 10 to September 10. This decision is part of a broader trend among cities reconsidering short-term rental policies. Proponents argue that these rules will help alleviate housing shortages by prioritizing long-term leases for locals. However, Airbnb has criticized the regulations, stating they unjustly affect residents who rely on rental income, especially in the current economic climate.
Airbnb criticized Montreal's new summer-only rental rules, claiming that these regulations punish responsible hosts who depend on rental income during a cost-of-living crisis.
Supporters of the summer-only Airbnb rule in Montreal believe it will help improve overall housing availability for locals, thus addressing the local housing crisis.
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