Airbnb has come under criticism for allowing commercial operators to run illegal hotels in residential neighborhoods by skirting zoning laws and industry regulations, and for exacerbating affordable housing shortages. When asked about the regulatory environment on commercial operators using the platform, Airbnb Head of Global Policy Chris Lehane claimed that some cities and states like Florida are “affirmatively seeking” more of these commercial operators. Former Philadelphia

Airbnb has come under criticism for allowing commercial operators to run illegal hotels in residential neighborhoods by skirting zoning laws and industry regulations, and for exacerbating affordable housing shortages. Recently Former Philly Mayor and current Airbnb Spokesperson Michael Nutter said Airbnb has had no impact on the hotel business in his city, and urged hosts to lobby local governments on behalf of the company, for the sake of the 'movement.' Sponsored by America