As the STR playing field shifts, the question of what exactly is being managed becomes more important. Are we regulating people or businesses?

A massive chunk of homes in the Tahoe area are short-term rentals, but has COVID-19 prompted property owners to stretch their thinking? Are long-term rentals the way of the future? Businesses like Landing Locals, a platform connecting homeowners with long-term tenants, may be the way of the future. Broadcast by Alex Hoeft; reported on by Alex Hoeft and Becca Loux.

Vacation-based lodging facilities in Tahoe/Truckee limited to essential personnel only.

Where have all the neighborhoods gone? In this month’s Real Rentals column, regular contributor and longtime Tahoe local Tim Hauserman reflects on the impact of short-term rentals on the sense of community he feels on his street.

Carbon monoxide scare; public transportation expands; new ways to address affordable housing; more.