Camden considers new regulations for short-term rentals [Video]

CAMDEN, Maine — In one of Maine’s most beloved vacation destinations, a battle is unfolding over how to govern the short-term rentals that many tourists flock to during the summer.

A proposal from the Camden Select Board seeks to enact tighter safety and zoning regulations on the rentals like Airbnbs in town. Property owners would also have to apply for a license—something currently required but rarely enforced, according to town officials. Voters will consider the proposal in June.

For supporters, the new rules would offer a better understanding of how many rentals there are in Camden, something that’s not fully known, and how they operate. “It will end up attempting to be more clear and more accurate with what’s out there so that the proper home inspections can be done,” Christopher Nolan, who serves on the …