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Introduced
03/13/2025
03/13/2025
In Committee
03/17/2025
03/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT TO LIMIT THE REGULATION OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS BY CITIES TO PROTECT PRIVATE PROPERTY RIGHTS AND TO ESTABLISH GUIDELINES FOR REGULATING SHORT-TERM RENTALS. Whereas, Section 1 of Article I of the North Carolina Constitution provides that "all persons are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, the enjoyment of the fruits of their own labor, and the pursuit of happiness."; and Whereas, Section 19 of Article I of the North Carolina Constitution provides that "[n]o person shall be taken, imprisoned, or disseized of his freehold, liberties, or privileges, or outlawed, or exiled, or in any manner deprived of his life, liberty, or property, but by the law of the land."; and Whereas, Section 1 of Article VII of the North Carolina Constitution provides that the General Assembly "shall provide for the organization and government and the fixing of boundaries of counties, cities and towns, and other governmental subdivisions, and, except as otherwise prohibited by this Constitution, may give such powers and duties to counties, cities and towns, and other governmental subdivisions as it may deem advisable."; and Whereas, North Carolina has 532 cities; and Whereas, short-term rentals are vital to the tourism and marketability of the State; and Whereas, short-term rentals provide housing options for transitory workers, including nurses, tradespeople, and executives; and Whereas, cities often frustrate tourism and infringe on property owners' private property rights by adopting ordinances that inhibit property owners' right to use their property as they see fit; and Whereas, it is in the best interest of the State to establish uniform guidelines for short-term rentals; Now, therefore,
AI Summary
This bill establishes statewide regulations for short-term rentals in North Carolina, significantly limiting cities' ability to restrict property owners' rights to rent out their residential properties. The legislation prohibits cities from banning short-term rentals, preventing them from limiting rental nights, requiring owner occupancy, or classifying such rentals as commercial use. However, cities can still implement some regulations, including requiring a low-cost permit (up to $25), limiting occupancy to two adults per bedroom, mandating parking plans, and ensuring rentals comply with residential zoning and local ordinances. Cities may also require lodging operators to be within 50 miles of the rental and include local ordinance information in rental contracts. The bill defines key terms like "short-term rental" (properties rented for 90 days or less) and "short-term rental marketplace" (platforms facilitating these rentals), and provides exceptions for certain types of properties like multi-unit complexes used similarly to hotels. The primary aim is to protect property owners' rights, support tourism, and provide flexible housing options while maintaining basic local oversight and safety standards.
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate (on 03/17/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S291 |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/Senate/PDF/S291v1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/Senate/PDF/S291v0.pdf |
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