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New Airbnb portal allows local governments to closely monitor listings
BY , Sep 23, 2020 8:26 PM - REPORT AN ERROR
FILE - This Feb. 22, 2018, file photo shows an Airbnb logo during an event in San Francisco. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Eric Risberg, File
Airbnb is launching a new program for cities and tourist organizations aimed at helping them ensure compliance with local rules.
Vancouver and Calgary are among the 10 North American cities included in the new portal, which Airbnb says will also aid in rebuilding post-pandemic tourism and providing technical support.
The short-term home rental company says the first phase of its City Portal directly connects local governments to the Airbnb platform,providing real-time details about specific rentals and remitted tourist tax revenue.
It also includes a central location for resources, such as Airbnb's neighbourhood support hotline and its law enforcement portal.
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky says in a statement that the tool was created with the support of cities and the goal is to ensure it works well and responds to the needs of large and small communities.
Vancouver's chief licence inspector Kathryn Holm says the city is grateful for the evolving partnership with Airbnb.
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