From: Molly B. Miranda
To: CITYCOUNCIL-List
Cc: Jorge
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Item 7-C — Short-Term Rental Rules
Date: Monday, September 7, 2026 10:34:45 PM
Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
I’m an Alameda resident and have operated a short-term rental at 1084 Post Street since the spring of 2025. I’m writing about the proposed short-term rental rules in item 7-C.
I support reasonable rules and appreciate the exception for existing hosts. Could you clarify:
1. What documents will prove that a rental has operated for at least one year?
2. Will normal gaps between bookings or blocked dates affect eligibility?
3. How should existing hosts apply if the property is not their primary residence?
4. Will changing a property manager, co-host, platform, or listing account affect the exception if ownership stays the same?
Clear guidance on these points would help existing hosts follow the new rules.
Thank you,
Molly Miranda