Short-term rentals in Vermont local government
What Vermont city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about short-term rentals — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
32 Vermont meetings since 2024 covered short-term rentals. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Vermont with the most short-term rentals activity
- Ludlow, VT (16)
- Winooski, VT (5)
- Newbury, VT (4)
- Georgia, VT (3)
- Windsor County, VT (3)
- Marshfield, VT (1)
Latest matching meetings
Ludlow Select Board reviews $1.5M deficit, short-term rental registry
The Ludlow Select Board held a special meeting to review the end-of-FY26 budget, which is running a $1.5 million deficit due to increased costs and revenue shortfalls. They also discussed a draft short-term rental registry ordinance ahead of a public hearing, and approved two Fire Association events. The meeting…
Selectboard to review FY26 budget, short-term rental registry
The Ludlow Selectboard is holding a special meeting to review the end-of-FY26 budget, discuss the status of the short-term rental registry, and consider approving Ludlow Fire Association events. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and municipal manager updates.
Ludlow adopts ordinance requiring annual registration and fees for short-term rentals
The Select Board and Village Trustees are adopting an ordinance that requires all short-term rentals in Ludlow to register annually, pay fees based on occupancy and homestead status, and meet safety and insurance requirements. The ordinance sets penalties for violations and establishes an effective date of August 11…
Trustees approve FY27 tax rate, STR registry timeline
The Ludlow Village Trustees approved the FY27 tax rate of 0.1474, down from 0.2599, and approved a timeline for creating a short-term rental registry. They also discussed noise complaints about Off The Rails, removed a water allocation for 129 Main Street, and heard reports on the wastewater treatment plant and other…
Trustees to review FY27 tax rates and wastewater fund
The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees will consider approving the FY27 tax rates, a timeline for the short-term rental registry, and the creation of a special revenue fund for relocating the wastewater treatment facility. They will also review allocation requests for two properties and other routine business.
Winooski Council to discuss zoning changes for gentle infill and short-term rental caps
The Winooski City Council will discuss proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use & Development Regulations (ULUDR) focusing on gentle infill development. Members will also discuss a cap on non-owner occupied short-term rentals, a housing trust fund partnership with EastRise Credit Union, and updates to parking…
Housing Commission to vote on cap for non-owner occupied short-term rentals
The Winooski Housing Commission will discuss and potentially approve a cap on non-owner occupied short-term rentals for FY27. They will also review findings from an equitable housing needs assessment stakeholder interview and meet the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission's Economic Mobility Officer…
Ludlow Select Board to open Fire/EMS records system bids, set fees
The Ludlow Select Board is meeting to review and potentially approve several items, including bids for a Fire/EMS records management system, updated transfer station and planning/zoning fees, and funding for building and site studies for the Emergency Services Building. The board will also consider appointments…
Planning Commission to review updates to zoning and subdivision regulations
The Planning Commission will discuss several revisions to the Unified Zoning and Subdivision Regulation. Proposed changes include new language for affordable housing density bonuses, short term rentals, and travel trailers.
Georgia Selectboard to vote on short-term rental ordinance and discuss FY26 budget
The Georgia, VT Selectboard will hold a special meeting to act on a short-term rental ordinance and discuss the fiscal year 2026 budget. No other substantive decisions are scheduled.
Selectboard to approve utility valuation corrections and short-term rental ordinance
The Georgia Selectboard will meet to approve minutes, a utility valuation error correction, the FY24 audit, and a short-term rental ordinance. They will also discuss budget presentations, a planning commission appointment, and updates on unfinished business including a bridge and library matters.
Ludlow Select Board to review Black River water project and safety building
The Ludlow Select Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss several key items, including an overview of the Black River Overlook Water Project, the outlook for the Municipal Public Safety Building, and action steps for a short-term rental registry. The board will also consider the municipal manager's letter of…
Selectboard to weigh fee waiver, impact fee discount, and easement sale
The Georgia Selectboard will consider several action items, including a request to waive a $225 permit fee for a culvert replacement on Bovat Road, a request for a discount on impact fees for an accessory dwelling unit, and approval of an easement deed to Vermont Transco for access to Silver Lake Woods. The board will…
Marshfield Selectboard sets tax rates, discusses river corridor rules
The Marshfield Selectboard approved town tax rates, discussed river corridor protections, and addressed short-term rentals. They also approved a buyout application, reappointed fire wardens, and executed contracts for building studies and a culvert replacement.
Ludlow boards review proposed rental registry for short- and long-term rentals
The Ludlow Select Board and Village Trustees held a special joint meeting to review and discuss the proposed Town and Village of Ludlow Rental Registry, which includes separate ordinances for short-term rentals (STR) and long-term rentals (LTR). The boards debated details such as fees, fines, inspection procedures…
Ludlow boards to review proposed rental registry ordinances
The Ludlow Select Board and Village Trustees are holding a special joint meeting to review and discuss proposed ordinances that would create a rental registry for both short-term and long-term rentals in the town and village. The agenda also includes a wastewater allocation request for 104 West Hill and a liquor…
Winooski Council to consider Armory redevelopment and short-term rental caps
The City Council will discuss land use regulations, housing targets, and a cap on non-owner occupied short-term rental licenses. The body is also reviewing purchase and sale agreements for the Armory redevelopment project and a multi-year labor contract.
Town Board to hear ordinance changes on ADUs and short‑term rentals
The Windsor Town Board will consider several resolutions, including easements and intergovernmental agreements, and will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the municipal code for accessory dwelling units and short‑term rentals. The board will also act on the Downtown Parking Management Plan and adopt…
Planning Commission to hold hearing on accessory dwellings and short-term rentals
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation to the Town Board regarding amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 14 and 16. These changes concern accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals. Staff will also review the Town of Windsor GMA and surrounding community GMAs.
Winooski Council to consider cap on non-owner-occupied short-term rentals
The City Council will discuss and potentially approve a limit on short-term rental licenses for properties not occupied by the owner. The meeting also includes reviews of infrastructure goals and a traffic signal project at Hoods Crossing.
Housing Commission to vote on short-term rental cap recommendation
The Winooski Housing Commission will meet to discuss landlord survey data, housing priorities, and a short-term rental cap. The body will vote on a recommendation for the short-term rental cap and hear updates on a mini-grant series for accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
Trustees to review sewer rates, sidewalk bid, and charter
The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees is meeting to consider several allocation requests, review the proposed Town/Village Charter, approve a sidewalk replacement bid, and discuss sewer rates and employee policies. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and department reports.
Select Board advances short-term rental registry, awards $7,950 field bid
The Ludlow Select Board discussed a proposed short-term rental registry ordinance, including occupancy limits, insurance requirements, and enforcement costs, and plans to continue the discussion in June with a possible public hearing in July. The board also awarded a $7,950 bid to Slate Rock Timber for Little League…
Ludlow Select Board to review short-term rental registry and possible next steps
The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting on May 19, 2025. The board will review and possibly approve a liquor license, appoint recreation committee members, award a bid for Little League field reclamation, and discuss the short-term rental registry, a possible tree advisory committee, crosswalk traffic…
Town Board to review stormwater fee increases and housing updates
The Town Board will hold a work session to receive information and exchange ideas on town business. Staff will provide updates on sustainability, housing, and stormwater services.
Ludlow Select Board reorganizes, appoints officers, approves liquor licenses
The Ludlow Select Board held its annual reorganization, electing Brett Sanderson as Chair, Justin Hyjek as Vice Chair, and Noah Schmidt as Clerk. The board appointed numerous town officers, including Ulla Cook as Town Clerk and Treasurer, and approved all liquor licenses as presented. It also discussed short-term…
Ludlow Select Board reorganizes, reviews highway plan, STR study
The Ludlow Select Board holds its annual reorganization, electing officers and appointing committee members. The board will also review the town's annual highway financial plan, consider elevation project funding, and discuss a short-term rental study from the Planning Commission. Several routine items include liquor…
Planning Commission reorganizes, tackles travel trailer and short-term rental zoning
The Planning Commission will reorganize after Town Meeting by electing officers and setting meeting procedures. They will continue work on zoning definitions, finish revisions for travel trailer zoning, and review recommendations for short-term rental regulations. Reports from the Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional…
Planning Commission reviews zoning for travel trailers and short-term rentals
The Newbury Planning Commission will review compiled definitions and recommendations for zoning of travel trailers and short-term rentals, and continue work on a zoning uses matrix. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a report from the TRORC representative.
Planning Commission to discuss zoning for travel trailers, short-term rentals, and mobile homes
The Planning Commission will review research on state law for mobile homes, funeral home waste disposal, and shooting ranges/green burials. They will continue work on a zoning uses matrix and address regulations for travel trailers and short-term rentals. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a…
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on village and town zoning changes
The Ludlow Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed village and town zoning changes, including Neighborhood Development Areas, flood bylaws, and completed sections. They will also discuss subdivision changes from the DRB and short-term rentals. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval…
Ludlow boards back short-term rental registry and Complete Streets housing plan
The Select Board, Village Trustees, and Planning Commission held a special joint meeting to discuss short-term rental regulation and a regional housing study. They reached consensus to have the Planning Commission pursue a short-term rental registry and passed motions to move forward with the Complete Streets portion…