Byron Bay Locals Back Council’s Planned 60-Day Cap on Airbnbs

Airbnb says move would be 'catastrophic' for local economy

An aerial view of Byron Bay, Australia, on June 20, 2020. Brook Mitchell/Getty Images

Byron Bay Council has proposed limiting short-term rentals, such as those advertised on Airbnb, to 60 days a year.

This move aims to alleviate housing market pressures in Byron Shire and is expected to be implemented in the middle of next year, pending government approval, according to Byron Shire Mayor Michael Lyon.