Ohio Appeals Court Upholds Zoning Ban on Airbnb Rentals in 140-Home Neighborhood

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An Ohio appeals court has upheld a local zoning ban on short-term home rentals, shutting down a property owner's attempt to run an Airbnb business. The ruling, issued on October 26, 2026, supports a lower court decision against Michael A. Clevenger. The court determined that residential zoning rules legally prohibit short-term tourist rentals operating as businesses in single-family zones. This decision reinforces local governments' authority to regulate rentals for neighborhood safety and property values, adding to a growing legal precedent in Ohio.