Bill > S1162

This bill amends Idaho state law to significantly limit local governments' ability to regulate short-term rentals by establishing clear restrictions on what types of regulations counties and cities can implement. The legislation defines short-term rentals as a residential land use and prevents local jurisdictions from enacting ordinances that prohibit or impose different restrictions on short-term rental properties compared to single-family dwellings. The bill specifies that local governments can only implement reasonable regulations to safeguard public health and safety, and explicitly lists numerous types of restrictions that are now prohibited, such as requiring owner occupation, limiting rental days, mandating additional inspections, or imposing special signage requirements. The bill also allows local governments to require a business license for short-term rentals with limited documentation requirements, and introduces new safety disclosure requirements for rental property owners, including mandates to inform potential tenants about smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and emergency exits. Additionally, the bill provides clear definitions of what constitutes "different restrictions or obligations" and ensures that short-term rental properties remain subject to standard residential ordinances like noise and parking regulations. The legislation is set to go into effect on July 1, 2025, and is declared an emergency measure.

Budget and Finance, Justice

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https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/S1162/