Bill
HD 2679
Overview: Bill Number: HD 2679, Title: An Act relative to short term rental inspections, Status: Introduced: November 29, 2025, Classification: proposed billPurpose and Intent: The
Overview: Bill Number: HD 2679, Title: An Act relative to short term rental inspections, Status: Introduced: November 29, 2025, Classification: proposed bill
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to establish a regulatory framework for the inspection and licensing of short-term rental properties in the Commonwealth. The bill aims to ensure the safety and quality of short-term rental accommodations and address concerns about the impact of short-term rentals on local communities.
Key Provisions:
- Require all short-term rental properties to be licensed by the municipality in which they are located
- Mandate regular inspections of short-term rental properties to ensure compliance with health, safety, and building codes
- Empower municipalities to establish fees for short-term rental licenses and inspections
- Authorize municipalities to impose fines or revoke licenses for non-compliance with regulations
- Require short-term rental platforms to only list properties that are properly licensed and inspected
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Owners and operators of short-term rental properties, who will be subject to the new licensing and inspection requirements
- Guests and travelers who use short-term rental accommodations, who will benefit from improved safety and quality standards
- Municipalities, which will be responsible for implementing and enforcing the new regulations
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been introduced in the legislature but has not yet been assigned a status
- If passed, the new regulations would likely take effect within a specified timeframe, such as 6-12 months, to allow for the development of implementation guidelines and the licensing process
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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