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Birmingham residents and city leaders are advocating for stricter regulations on short-term rentals like Airbnb and VRBO, citing investors buying homes for these rentals as a reason for the citys declining population. The proposed rules aim to ensure only committed owners participate and free up more housing for long-term residents. However, the Birmingham Association of Realtors opposes the change, arguing that short-term rentals provide financial relief and are supported by the majority of people if safety rules are enforced. The city is currently drafting the ordinance, with a public hearing and vote yet to be scheduled.

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