Testimony needed: SUPPORT Bill 85 CD2 FD1 and Bill 89 CD2 FD1

Honolulu City Council has their final hearing of some key vacation rentals bills this Wednesday, May 8 at 10am. Vacation rentals take away what little affordable housing is left in Hawaii, renting it out short-term to tourists instead. The only way to stop this is through strong enforcement against illegal vacation rentals.

We strongly support Bill 85 CD2 FD1 and Bill 89 CD2 FD1, both submitted by Councilmember Menor, because we need strong enforcement of vacation rentals before we can permit more. A key part of enforcement is holding platforms like Airbnb accountable and making sure they’re transparent with their data on their hosts and listings.

Submit testimony to SUPPORT Bill 85 CD2 FD1 and Bill 89 CD2 FD1 before 10am on Wed. 5/8 using our email form below:

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Dear Honolulu City Councilmembers: \n\n\ I strongly support Bill 85 CD2 FD1 and Bill 89 CD2 FD1, both submitted by Councilmember Menor, because they address the need to enforce illegal vacation rentals to protect our affordable housing. A key part of enforcement is holding platforms like Airbnb accountable and making sure they’re transparent with their data on their hosts and listings. \n\n\ Bill 85 CD2 FD1 in particular has strong enforcement provisions, including allowing neighbors to file complaints or take private actions against illegal vacation rentals in their neighborhoods. \n\n\ Please pass a bill with strong enforcement against illegal vacation rentals to protect our affordable housing for the future of our families and Hawaii.