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Southampton joins the rest of the East End in cracking down on short-term rentals, much to the chagrin of landlords and hosts.
The village board of Southampton, known for being the exception to the East End's short-term rental restrictions, has finally caved and voted in favor of a two-week minimum for rental stays. The controversial decision, with a vote of 4-1, effectively bars weekend-only vacations to local homes, much to the dismay of landlords and hosts.
The vote comes after numerous complaints from village residents about the disruption caused by frequent, rotating renters in their neighborhoods. Southampton Mayor Jesse Warren explained, "We have been getting complaints from people in the village that the house next door is having lots of different renters coming in every weekend, and causing a disruption to the peace and harmony."
The new restrictions may be a boon for local hotels, but they deal a decisive blow to landlords and hosts who rely on short-term rentals for income. One host, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed their frustration with the decision, stating, "This is going to be a huge loss for me. I rely on weekend rentals to make ends meet and now that's all gone."
Despite the backlash from landlords and hosts, the village board stands firm in their decision, citing the need to maintain the peace and harmony of the community. This move puts Southampton in line with the rest of the East End, as neighboring towns and villages already have similar restrictions in place.
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