Seattle imposes new limits on Airbnb and other short-term rentals. (Sorin Colac/Dreamstime/TNS)
SEATTLE: By limiting the number of homes that property owners can operate as short-term rentals for visitors, can Seattle preserve its housing stock for locals?
The City Council decided to try the strategy Monday, voting 7-0 to enact new regulations for short-term rentals, including those listed on platforms such as Airbnb and HomeAway.
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