Strict guidelines for AirBnb and holiday let landlords set by council

York council has set out strict guidelines for Airbnb style short lets and for holiday rentals.
 

A statement from the Labour-controlled authority says: “Holiday lets can impact on the local environment and services. They can affect the living conditions of nearby residents, the character of an area, community cohesion due to noise and disturbance, litter and waste generation, parking pressures and loss of local housing.

“As an owner or manager of a holiday let, you must run your business within the law, while respecting your neighbours and the local environment.”

The council then sets out detailed guidance on issues such as planning consent for some kinds of rental properties, safety issues, tax, parking, noise abatement, waste management and other aspects of letting.

A council spokesperson says: “This guidance is aimed at providing clarity to the sector and to anyone considering opening a new holiday let.

“Whilst the Government is currently considering national regulation of holiday lets, we are very mindful of the impact they can have on local residents and neighbourhoods and we are doing what we can locally to support residents.

"The guide will help to ensure that anyone considering or running such a business is aware of their responsibilities.”

You can see the guidance here.

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