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Short-term rental enforcement

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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.

Public comments (3)

ConcernedMelissa BaldwinJul 21, 2026

Thanked the city for roads and sidewalks, then detailed out-of-control Airbnb parties near her West Matthews home — up to 100 cars and a 20-25 minute non-emergency hotline wait — and asked for a published list of short-term rental rules and a path to revoking repeat offenders' licenses.

City Council — July 21, 2026 · 32:52 →
OpposedKaren SlicerJul 21, 2026

Described the May 16 party at a Smithfield Airbnb — broken glass, drugs, cars in yards, police unable to clear it until after 5 a.m. — and vowed to push for stronger laws and higher fines, offering to work with the city.

City Council — July 21, 2026 · 42:48 →
OpposedBrent AndrewsJul 21, 2026

Said he called 911 at 4:30 a.m. during the party and warned that if it happens again and spills onto residents' property, neighbors will 'do what we gotta do' — urging the city to act first.

City Council — July 21, 2026 · 48:01 →