Greenville Co. Council explores rules for short-term rentals

Greenville County is reviewing regulations for short-term rentals (STRs) like Airbnb in unincorporated areas due to concerns about noise and parties. Nearly 2,000 STRs generate about $25 million annually, contributing nearly 10% of lodging revenue without significantly impacting hotels. The county aims to balance revenue benefits with protecting neighbors' quality of life and plans to study other counties' rules before proposing policies.