Lately some of the topics covered the most in the media are all the propositions that will be taking place in the upcoming ballot. Prop.F will be voted upon on the November ballot and it has definitely caused some controversy along the way. Prop.F will make sure all the S.F. citizens are following the law when they rent their homes to tourists. The proposition will also provide the possibility of more long-term affordable rentals. This can ultimately contribute to a better housing situation in San Francisco both in availability and affordability. Therefore it is crucial to vote yes on Proposition F to improve the living situation in San Francisco.
Prop.F consists in forcing limitations to Airbnb corporations and other short-term vacation homes. These limitations consist on allowing only 75 nights rentals per year, and those renting these properties are required to file written accounts to the city. Those in favor of this proposition say this action is need it to protect the housing stock in San Francisco and enforce citizen to follow the law. While those against Prop. F says it’s an invasion of privacy and creates conflict between fellow neighbors.
Earlier this week KQED had a broadcast where David Campos (on the board of supervisors …show more content…
He claims “out of the 10 thousand units listed as short-term rentals there are less than 6% that have registered” meaning ‘94% of the people being part of this activity are breaking the law.’ He also mentions how the current law is “unenforceable” do to the lack of “tools.” They are lacking data that show the number of days houses are rented to enforce the law, which they don’t have, and corporations like Airbnb need to try to be part of the solution. David Campos and supporters hope for a “housing bond of 310 million” because if it passes they will be able to build thousands of units with that
Prop.F consists in forcing limitations to Airbnb corporations and other short-term vacation homes. These limitations consist on allowing only 75 nights rentals per year, and those renting these properties are required to file written accounts to the city. Those in favor of this proposition say this action is need it to protect the housing stock in San Francisco and enforce citizen to follow the law. While those against Prop. F says it’s an invasion of privacy and creates conflict between fellow neighbors.
Earlier this week KQED had a broadcast where David Campos (on the board of supervisors …show more content…
He claims “out of the 10 thousand units listed as short-term rentals there are less than 6% that have registered” meaning ‘94% of the people being part of this activity are breaking the law.’ He also mentions how the current law is “unenforceable” do to the lack of “tools.” They are lacking data that show the number of days houses are rented to enforce the law, which they don’t have, and corporations like Airbnb need to try to be part of the solution. David Campos and supporters hope for a “housing bond of 310 million” because if it passes they will be able to build thousands of units with that