Tremont Entertains Second Go at a Short-Term Rental Ordinance Because of a New State Law Board fears loss of community, town puts out short-term rental survey

Tremont Entertains Second Go at a Short-Term Rental Ordinance Because of a New State Law

Board fears loss of community, town puts out short-term rental survey Shaun Farrar Aug 06, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop. TREMONT—On May 13, 2024 Tremont voters decided not to support a proposed short-term rental (STR) licensing ordinance by two votes. The tally of the 240 people who voted was 118 yes votes, 120 no votes, and 2 blanks. … Continue reading Tremont Entertains Second Go at a Short-Term Rental Ordinance Because of a New State Law

No “Wiggle Room” In Land Use Ordinance

Another Short-Term Rental Appeal Over Missed Deadline Denied BAR HARBOR—There is no wiggle room for the Appeals Board or Code Enforcement Officer Angela Chamberlain said Board Chair Ellen Dohmen, not when it comes to the town’s land use ordinance’s deadline for short-term rental applications. “Municipal boards cannot overrule” the town’s land use ordinance she said, adding that understanding and generosity and hardship exemptions are not … Continue reading No “Wiggle Room” In Land Use Ordinance