San Antonio City Council votes to charge Airbnb owners hundreds more in fees

The San Antonio City Council voted unanimously Thursday to increase the cost of permits for those operating short-term rentals, such as Airbnb and Vrbo properties. Previously, operators only had to pay $100 for a three-year permit to operate a short-term rental. To get a permit, owners also had to show proof of property insurance along with a onsite fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide detectors.