Lawrence grapples with Airbnb tax plan and regulation
City officials study short term rentals as Airbnb signs tax deal with Kansas Department of Revenue. In Lawrence, hosting rose from 2000 to 4600 guests last year with 440000 in host earnings, while city seeks zoning and regulatory guidance amid complaints and minimal existing oversight.
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Lawrence hotel planned as lead-off tenant for west side complex
The Best Western Plus hotel plans to open as the lead tenant in a west Lawrence project that has sat idle since the 2014 sports complex opening. Steve Martens, CEO of The Martens Companies, notes it targets athletic event travelers and families touring colleges. The four-story property will include an indoor pool and expanded fitness area and be run by Hospitality Management LLC with other Kansas and Oklahoma hotels.
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West side hotel plan eyed near Rock Chalk Park complex
Excerpt from Chad Lawhorn's Town Talk notes Kansas City area developers plan a four story hotel at the southwest corner of George Williams Way and Rock Chalk Drive near Rock Chalk Park. The project has zoning and a hoped for 2018 opening with retailers courting Costco and other big box chains.
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