(A) The village recognizes that one of our largest industries is tourism. The tourism market supports many different types of businesses including the hospitality market, the restaurant/dining market, the shopping and retail market as well as a host of others. The village believes that the tourism industry will continue to grow.
(B) The village recognizes that a major part of the tourism industry is the short-term rental or vacation rental marketplace. The short-term or vacation rental marketplace within the village has grown exponentially in the past five, ten, 15 and even 20 years and it will most likely continue to grow as surrounding municipalities limit, restrict and eliminate the practice.
(C) The village needs to take action to ensure that the operation of short-term rentals is done in a safe and controllable manner for the well-being of all in the community. The intent of these regulations is not to restrict or eliminate short-term rentals; rather the intent is to have safeguards in place to protect the consumer as well as the property owner, surrounding neighbors and emergency responders.
(Ord. 210, passed 6-14-2017)