SB-9 units should have rental agreements longer than 30 days

[Felicia Nitu]

SB-9 requires that any rental agreement for a unit on a property created through an urban lot split must be for more than 30 days. This provision was included to stop short-term rentals, such as those commonly listed on Airbnb, from dominating these newly developed parcels.

The goal is clear: support permanent housing, not vacation stays. By pushing for longer-term rental agreements, SB-9 helps promote neighborhood stability and discourages frequent turnover. The law supports the creation of housing that serves residents not tourists so communities can grow in a more sustainable and balanced way.

How agents and investors benefit:

For real estate agents, this means representing properties with long-term income potential in stable neighborhoods. For investors, it sets clearer expectations and limits competition from short-term rental operators, opening doors to steady rental cash flow and long-term tenant relationships.