How many Airbnbs are 'taking away' from Vermonters? It's complicated
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Christiana Martin wants to know how much short-term rentals, such as Airbnbs, are exacerbating Vermont’s housing crisis. We survey the data, and visit two Vermont neighborhoods — Decatur Street in Burlington and Gorham Drive in Kirby — to find out how communities across the state are responding to a growing industry. Thanks to Christiana for the great question. To explore the data from this episode, and see photos from Josh’s reporting, check out our web feature. Josh Crane reported and produced this episode, and did the mix and sound design. Editing and additional production from the rest of the Brave Little State team: Angela Evancie, Myra Flynn and Mae Nagusky. Data guidance from April McCullum. Ty Gibbons composed our theme music; other music by Blue Dot Sessions. Special thanks to Howard Weiss-Tisman, Jacob Mushlin, Amy Ash Nixon, Madeleine Parkin and Jade Tinsley. As always, our journalism is better when you’re a part of it: Ask a question about VermontVote on the question you want us to tackle nextSign up for the BLS newsletterSay hi on Instagram and Reddit @bravestatevtDrop us an email: [email protected] our BLS hotline: 802-552-4880Make a gift to support people-powered journalismTell your friends about the show! Brave Little State is a production of Vermont Public, and a proud member of the NPR Network.
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