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From: Stephen Bell <br /> To: LPCtestimonv <br /> Subject: Bill 121 <br /> Date: Monday,April 15,2024 10:35:35 AM <br /> April 15,2024 <br /> To Whom It May Concern: <br /> We are writing in support of Bill 121.This is a much needed improvement on Bill 108 and is a necessary corrective <br /> in order to curb the frequently out-of-control vacation rentals that have been very disruptive to our otherwise <br /> peaceful residential and agricultural communities.As is well known,many,if not the majority,of the owners of <br /> these TARS reside most or all of the time off-island and typically rent to groups of vacationers who only wish to <br /> party and have a good time,without any concern for the neighbors and to the detriment of those of us who reside in <br /> our homes full time.Thus,an enforceable regulation of TARS is absolutely necessary. <br /> We would ask you to please retain the language of the bill which will require that all TARS renting for less than 180 <br /> days will be required to register with the County.This is important because it has been our experience that the <br /> frequently unscrupulous TAR owners typically"chum through"groups of disruptive vacationers during shorter <br /> periods of time.TARS for less than 180 days should not be allowed in residential and agricultural zones.Renters <br /> who wish to stay for shorter periods will have the possibility to find lodging in the resort or commercial downtown <br /> areas. <br /> We would also ask that you retain the requirement for Quiet Hours from 8:00 pm on. <br /> Here in Hawaii,many of us who live here full time typically go to bed early.This is in contrast to vacation renters <br /> who typically stay up later and are in party mode. <br /> In addition,we think that it is important that fines for violations will be high and will be enforceable.This is <br /> because,as we know,many or most of the TAR owners are mainly concerned about their monetary gain on their <br /> rental properties and do not care about the concerns of the neighbors.Thus,stiff fines will be a necessary part of the <br /> equation. <br /> Finally,I would like to emphasize that our concerns are shared by the vast majority,if not all,of our neighbors even <br /> if not everyone is inclined to write a letter. <br /> Thank you for your consideration. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Stephen and Silke Bell <br /> 59-293 Pualele Place <br /> Kamuela,HI 96743 <br /> Sent from my iPad <br />