Maui Considers Restricting Vacation Rentals to Address Housing Crisis
Proposal aims to convert short-term rentals into long-term housing for locals following devastating wildfire.
- Maui's mayor proposes banning short-term rentals to increase housing availability for residents.
- The plan follows a wildfire that left 12,000 residents homeless, intensifying the housing shortage.
- Approximately one-third of Maui's visitors use vacation rentals, which could impact tourism and local jobs.
- Opponents argue the measure could harm the tourism industry and lead to economic downturn.
- Supporters believe the change will lower housing costs and keep locals on the island.
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