HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-04-15 Bill 121 S&S Bell From: Stephen Bell
To: LPCtestimonv
Subject: Bill 121
Date: Monday,April 15,2024 10:35:35 AM
April 15,2024
To Whom It May Concern:
We are writing in support of Bill 121.This is a much needed improvement on Bill 108 and is a necessary corrective
in order to curb the frequently out-of-control vacation rentals that have been very disruptive to our otherwise
peaceful residential and agricultural communities.As is well known,many,if not the majority,of the owners of
these TARS reside most or all of the time off-island and typically rent to groups of vacationers who only wish to
party and have a good time,without any concern for the neighbors and to the detriment of those of us who reside in
our homes full time.Thus,an enforceable regulation of TARS is absolutely necessary.
We would ask you to please retain the language of the bill which will require that all TARS renting for less than 180
days will be required to register with the County.This is important because it has been our experience that the
frequently unscrupulous TAR owners typically"chum through"groups of disruptive vacationers during shorter
periods of time.TARS for less than 180 days should not be allowed in residential and agricultural zones.Renters
who wish to stay for shorter periods will have the possibility to find lodging in the resort or commercial downtown
areas.
We would also ask that you retain the requirement for Quiet Hours from 8:00 pm on.
Here in Hawaii,many of us who live here full time typically go to bed early.This is in contrast to vacation renters
who typically stay up later and are in party mode.
In addition,we think that it is important that fines for violations will be high and will be enforceable.This is
because,as we know,many or most of the TAR owners are mainly concerned about their monetary gain on their
rental properties and do not care about the concerns of the neighbors.Thus,stiff fines will be a necessary part of the
equation.
Finally,I would like to emphasize that our concerns are shared by the vast majority,if not all,of our neighbors even
if not everyone is inclined to write a letter.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Stephen and Silke Bell
59-293 Pualele Place
Kamuela,HI 96743
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