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HB 109

Regards local regulation, taxing of short-term rental properties

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Justin Pizzulli

HB 109 empowers Ohio cities and counties to independently regulate short-term rentals and set local tax rates, enabling tailored community solutions but risking inconsistent statewide standards.

Referred to committee
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Bill Summary · HB 109

Legislative bill overview

HB 109 allows Ohio municipalities to establish their own regulatory frameworks and taxation policies for short-term rental properties, rather than having uniform statewide rules. The bill grants local governments authority to determine licensing requirements, operational standards, and tax rates for properties rented for fewer than 30 days.

Why this is important

Short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo have created tensions in many communities over housing availability, neighborhood disruption, and tax revenue collection. Giving cities and counties local control enables them to address these issues according to their specific housing markets and community priorities, but creates potential inconsistency across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Housing supply concerns: Local restrictions on short-term rentals could reduce available housing stock by limiting investor conversions, or conversely, permissive areas could worsen housing shortages for long-term residents
  • Tax revenue and fairness: Municipalities may set disparate tax rates, creating competitive advantages in some areas while others struggle with revenue, and traditional hotels may argue for equal taxation treatment
  • Regulatory patchwork: A fragmented approach across Ohio jurisdictions could burden property owners operating in multiple municipalities and complicate compliance compared to uniform statewide standards

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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