DeLAND, Fla. – The Volusia County Council debated for almost six hours on Tuesday whether to amend its short-term rental ordinance and lift the ban before ultimately voting to wait to make any changes locally until state lawmakers meet in April to discuss a short-term rental bill.
The argument had become passionate for many beachside communities in Volusia County. More than 70 residents lined up to speak to the county council Tuesday. “The law of less than 30 day rentals is, in my opinion, out of touch with modern times,” said one resident. [TRENDING: Massive fire breaks out at Orlando condo complex | 6 Dr.
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