Dallas neighborhood fuming over short-term rental party house
Dallas police officers faced a house with so many party-goers they stopped counting.
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Dallas police officers faced a house with so many party-goers they stopped counting.
Stricter rules have been adopted by the City of Plano, likely to take effect by the end of April. Existing STRs will be grandfathered into the new rules, but new rentals cannot open in single-family neighborhoods.
Homeowners who list their properties on Airbnb have until April 30 to comply with the rental platform's new policy.
Several residents have formed the 'Lewisville Neighborhood Coalition' to call for regulations regarding these STRs which people book through services such as Airbnb or Vrbo.
Short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo continue to be a controversial issue in communities across North Texas, and Lewisville has become the latest city to enter the debate.
Many users hoping to book vacation rentals through Airbnb say they have had their accounts suspended or placed under review due to their criminal records.
As the battle over short-term rentals continues in communities across the country, more cities are adopting regulations.
The house, located in Malibu, will be up for grabs on Airbnb next month.
Many Dallas homes will be banned from being listed on sites like Airbnb and Vrbo.
For years, Dallas residents have been voicing concerns about short-term rentals in their neighborhoods. Monday morning, the committee of Quality of Life, Arts & Culture will host a meeting to discuss the issue.
A group of Plano homeowners is now demanding restrictions on short-term rental properties after a shooting happened at one in their neighborhood over the weekend.
Frustration continues to grow from Plano residents as the city grapples with how to deal with short-term rentals in the city.
Parties at Airbnb listings became more popular during the COVID-19 pandemic due to safety measures and restrictions at bars, restaurants and clubs.
The Dallas City Council is tackling the long-standing issue of vacation rentals. Many neighbors want them out of residential areas but it's a means of extra income for some homeowners.
Parties, pollution, and parking: even if you've never stayed at a short-term rental, chances are you're paying for the problems they can create.
Airbnb will pursue legal action against the booking guest of a recent disruptive party where guests trashed a North Dallas rental.
On Wednesday, May 5, the Dallas City Council will hear from the public about what they think in a hearing scheduled for 1:00 p.m.
Now more than a year into the pandemic, Airbnb is thinking ahead, to summer, by announcing a block on 1-night reservations during the Fourth Of July weekend of entire home listings in Texas.
The city has been considering regulations for more than a year and looked at new options this week.
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Airbnb is cracking down on so-called "party houses" this New Year's Eve. The goal is to prevent large groups from using rentals to ring in 2021 and contribute to the spread of COVID-19.
When it comes to booking vacations, short-term rentals can offer chic accommodations at an affordable price, but some North Texas residents say that convenience comes with consequences.
Whether you're using Facebook, Airbnb or VRBO, consumers should report any suspicious listings.
During 2018 in Dallas, the number of people using Airbnbs increased 70 percent from 2017 accordingly to company.
After hearing from about two dozen neighbors complaining, the Hurst City Council banned leases that last for less than 30 days, essentially a ban on services like Airbnb.
New Year's Eve will be pleasant for North Texas with temperatures in the 60s
Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.
Ken Seals passed for 258 yards and the game-winning touchdown in overtime as TCU rallied to beat No. 16 USC 30-27 in the Alamo Bowl.
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New Year's Eve will be pleasant for North Texas with temperatures in the 60s
Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.
Ken Seals passed for 258 yards and the game-winning touchdown in overtime as TCU rallied to beat No. 16 USC 30-27 in the Alamo Bowl.
If you're buying fireworks to ring in the new year, prepare to see an increase at the cash register.
A night headed to a Mavs game changed everything. Two Dallas brothers are now fighting to recover after a violent crash.
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Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The first state-run psychiatric hospital will open next summer under the direction of UT Southwestern Medical Center in the heart of Dallas' Medical District.
A Georgia family celebrates their first Christmas with baby Anna Claire after life-saving heart surgery at Cook Children's in Fort Worth, a procedure other hospitals wouldn't attempt.
'Tis the season for holiday parties, air travel, and respiratory viruses.
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Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
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American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
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On Tuesday, the Dallas Cowboys waived cornerback Trevon Diggs, opening the way for Diggs to become a free agent.
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France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
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Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
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