Airbnb Zoning Regulations

[Karin Torbenson]

I have a big problem brought about by some new Airbnb zoning regulations in the city of Chelan, WA. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated, I am at my wit's end with this situation!

I purchased a house in December 2018 with the sole intention of fixing it up and renting it on Airbnb. In November 2019 the city adopted new regulations. These regulations put me LITERALLY ONE BLOCK outside of the area where Airbnbs are allowed to operate. I asked about a variance and was told that I could apply, but it wouldn't be approved. They are trying to create more long term housing in the city and destroying my business in the process! Has anyone dealt with this type of situation before? Are there any loopholes or do I have any recourse at all? Here are the new regulations if anyone is interested:

https://cityofchelan.us/short-term-home-rentals/

Please let me know if you have any suggestions. Thank you!