https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/rhode-island/newport/ Recent short-term rental regulatory updates for Newport, RI. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:16:30 GMT https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/rhode-island/newport/ State legislation requiring online platforms to share host data with municipalities; expected to strengthen local enforcement and tax compliance efforts statewide. Sat, 01 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT rhode-island-newport-2025-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/rhode-island/newport/ City Council considering limiting non-owner-occupied STRs to approximately 1% of housing units per neighborhood — roughly 50 total licenses citywide — with a waitlist system for new applicants. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT rhode-island-newport-2025-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/rhode-island/newport/ City tightened licensing requirements; all STR operators must pass fire/safety inspection, display license number in all listings, and carry $1 million liability insurance. Annual license fee $250–500 based on bedrooms. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT rhode-island-newport-2024-09-01