As short-term rentals (STRs) continue to reshape the housing and hospitality markets, Rhode Island finds itself at the center of a legal balancing act between state-level statutes and local zoning restrictions. In his latest contribution to Chambers USA: Trends & Developments, PSH Partner Michael L. Mineau explores the state’s fast-developing case law around STR regulation, pre-emption challenges, and the ongoing tension between municipal control and statewide policy.
Michael’s article offers timely insights into how Rhode Island courts are interpreting STR advertising rights, enforcement mechanisms, and zoning ordinances – highlighting key rulings that are actively shaping the future of STR use in communities across the state.
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