(New Buffalo, MI) - A proposal to cap the number of short-term rentals in New Buffalo is before the city council tonight.

 

Recently, the plan commission citing lack of information, recommended not to impose a cap. However, it’s believed a majority of the city council supports a cap.

 

Many opponents of a cap, including short-term rental owners, feel the best solution is better enforcement of current short-term rental codes to reduce complaints about things like loud parties, litter, and heavy vehicular traffic in residential neighborhoods.

 

Opponents of the cap also want to see a solution suitable for short-term rental owners, residents, and local business owners.

 

The city council will be presented with two proposals.

 

One proposal would prohibit new short-term rentals in residential neighborhoods and areas occupied by residences and businesses.  The other proposal would ban other short-term rentals strictly in residential areas.

 

Tonight’s New Buffalo City Council meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. (EST) at City Hall.