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Survey: Most Arkansas voters concerned about negative short-term rental impact

Arkansas legislature considering bill that would cause rentals to spread A majority of Arkansas residents are concerned about the negative impact of short-term rentals in their communities, according to a new survey conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of the Alliance for Stronger Communities. The survey results come as Arkansas state legislators are considering SB 197,…

ByMHO Newsroom StaffMarch 31, 20230Comments

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Letter to the Editor: Opposing Arkansas Bill 197 and short term rentals

I am compelled to add my voice to those raised in opposition to Bill 197. As homeowners and residents of our communities, we have seen first-hand the nothingness that short-term rentals have brought to the communities from which they profit. STRs turn neighborhoods into ghost towns. They undermine both availability and affordability for people who…

ByMHO Newsroom StaffMarch 20, 20230Comments

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City Attorney recommends reworking proposed short-term rental ordinance

City Attorney Roger Morgan recommended to draft new and different language for the City of Mountain Home’s proposed short-term rental ordinance. “I'm not a real big fan of not allowing them in R-1 zoning unless you come before and get a special variance,” said Morgan. “There's been mention of this court case– the court case…

ByAlison FultonJuly 13, 20220Comments

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