02-23-2012, 09:44 AM
If I read it correctly they gave up their RE status as part of closing down - likely to avoid repercussions, but were still licensed as they operated.
A big part of the problem, especially Oahu is the operation of these mini hotels being marketed as vacation rentals or BnBs that sleep 15-25 people. I can surely appreciate the neighbors being upset. Last time I read the BnB rules for BI it was 5 bedrooms max, 10 guests - quite a difference. These mini hotels are often party houses and it doesn't have Toby loud and raucous to be annoying to the neighborhood. That said, these proposed laws will do nothing to change the situation even though the very vocal groups opposed to the mini hotels also write testimony in support.
Something I observed today..... Currently have mainland guests, their 5th vacation to Hawaii. Will be here 49 days, staying in various VRBO rentals around the islands. Going to Puna when they check out here. Kinds sounds like the system works pretty well for them.
David
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A big part of the problem, especially Oahu is the operation of these mini hotels being marketed as vacation rentals or BnBs that sleep 15-25 people. I can surely appreciate the neighbors being upset. Last time I read the BnB rules for BI it was 5 bedrooms max, 10 guests - quite a difference. These mini hotels are often party houses and it doesn't have Toby loud and raucous to be annoying to the neighborhood. That said, these proposed laws will do nothing to change the situation even though the very vocal groups opposed to the mini hotels also write testimony in support.
Something I observed today..... Currently have mainland guests, their 5th vacation to Hawaii. Will be here 49 days, staying in various VRBO rentals around the islands. Going to Puna when they check out here. Kinds sounds like the system works pretty well for them.
David
Ninole Resident
Please visit vacation.ninolehawaii.com
Ninole Resident