More Big Wins in Ohio!
Apr 28, 2025
Hello, our amazing short-term rental community! Whether you’re welcoming guests with Yada’s AI magic, Touch Stay’s digital guidebooks, or RueBaRue’s local tips, there’s exciting news from the 2025 legislative sessions in Ohio. Game-changing efforts—OH’s Senate Bill 104 (SB 104) / House Bill 109 (HB 109)—are fighting to protect your STR business and keep hospitality thriving. Here’s the lowdown, and how you can get involved!
Ohio’s SB 104 & HB 109: Protecting Your STR Freedom
In Ohio, identical bills SB 104 (Sen. Andrew Brenner) and HB 109 (Rep. Justin Pizzulli) are pushing back against local bans on STRs. These bills say NO to municipalities:
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Banning or capping STRs in residential zones.
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Limiting how many STRs you can operate.
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Requiring you to live in your rental.
- Using lotteries for permits.
They also extend lodging taxes to STRs, potentially boosting local revenues by $29M annually ($121M to $150M), with platforms like Airbnb handling collection. Ohio’s STRs help homeowners cover rising property taxes and fuel tourism ($46B in 2023). SB 104’s had two hearings in the Senate Local Government Committee, while HB 109’s in the House Development Committee—both are gaining traction!
Why This Matters for Hosts
From New Mexico’s rural retreats to Ohio’s urban gems, STRs empower you to earn income, maintain properties, and welcome guests with tools like Duve, Volara, or ConciergeBot. But local bans and tax shifts threaten that freedom. HM 52’s study ensures data-driven policies, while SB 104/HB 109 protect your right to host without overreach. Together, they balance community needs with your business goals.
Get Involved
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Ohio: Contact the Senate Local Government Committee (SB 104) or House Development Committee (HB 109) to support these bills. Ohio REALTORS are backing them—add your voice!
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Tech Tip: Streamline guest communication with platforms like Bookboost or Lynx Automation to save time while advocating for your rights.
What’s your take? Facing local STR restrictions? Loving a smart messaging tool like HiJiffy? Drop a comment in the Community in the GOVERNMENT Circle, and let’s keep the momentum going! #STRStrong #HostWithFreedom #NewMexicoOhio
