Take Actions to Protect VermontSTRs!

1. Add your signature to oppose H.200:

H.200, “an act relating to regulating short-term rentals,” was introduced in February 2021 by Rep. Emilie Kornheiser, Rep. Selene Colburn, and Rep. Kelly Pajala. VTSTRA strongly opposes H.200.

At the end of the 2021 legislative session, H.200 was not picked up by the House Committee of General, Housing, and Military Affairs, but remains on the table for the 2022 legislative session.

The most controversial component of this bill is the residency-requirement section in which the bill reads, “a person may not offer all or part of a dwelling unit as a short-term rental unless the person has occupied the dwelling unit as his or her primary residence for:

  • (1) 270 days of the preceding year; or

  • (2) if the person has owned or leased the dwelling unit for less than a year, more than 70 percent of the days that the person has owned or leased the dwelling unit.”

 

2. Contribute to our efforts by making a donation:

Your donation will help VTSTRA:

  • Grow our community of Vermont STR supporters

  • Protect our rights through lobbying & legal representation

  • Gather data on Vermont STRs so we can make informed policy recommendations to decision-makers

  • Create tools and resources for Vermont STR hosts to grow their business and comply with laws

VTSTRA is registered as a non-profit organization with the State of Vermont. Donations are NOT tax-deductible, but may be claimed as a business expense (minus funds directed toward lobbying).

Avoid fees by mailing a check payable to: VTSTRA, P.O. Box 282, Richmond, VT 05477

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3. Help out as a volunteer:

VTSTRA is currently seeking volunteers at all levels! Volunteer positions are available to Host Membership holders only and include:

  • Board of Directors Members

    • Attend regular virtual board meetings and head a committee

  • Local Chapter Leaders

    • Become the point-person for your town, track local STR issues, and lead the fight to protect STRs in your community

  • Community Advocates

    • Distribute promotional materials & help us grow our community and connect with STR hosts and new business sponsors