Hawaii’s long-overdue crackdown on Airbnb

Published May 6, 2024 2:06pm ET



The oceanic paradise of Hawaii may be one of the most popular vacation destinations in the United States, but the proliferation of short-term vacation rentals such as Airbnb and Vrbo are pricing locals out of the housing market.

Last week, Gov. Josh Green (D-HI) signed legislation that will make it easier for local governments to reform housing rules in order to limit the amount of short-term vacation rentals in a state. In pledging support for the bill, Green said the rentals are “illegal” and “contribute to skyrocketing housing costs.”

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