Idaho State Capitol building in Boise

Advocacy

Fighting for fair, consistent short-term rental policy across Idaho.

IVRA works directly with Idaho legislators and regulatory bodies to protect property rights, ensure fair tax treatment, and establish sensible rules for vacation rentals. Here are the issues we are currently tracking.

Statewide Short-Term Rental Registration Framework

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IVRA is working with the Idaho Legislature to establish a fair, consistent registration framework for short-term rentals that protects property rights while addressing community concerns. This legislation would replace the current patchwork of local ordinances with a unified state standard.

Last updated: 2026-02-15

Transient Lodging Tax Equity for Vacation Rentals

monitoring

Monitoring proposed changes to Idaho's transient lodging tax structure that would affect how vacation rental revenues are taxed at the county level. IVRA advocates for equitable treatment between vacation rentals and traditional lodging.

Last updated: 2026-01-20

Idaho Property Rights Protection Act

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Successfully supported passage of HB 247, which clarifies that property owners have the right to rent their properties on a short-term basis unless a valid HOA covenant or local safety ordinance applies. This was a major legislative win for Idaho vacation rental operators.

Last updated: 2025-11-10