Disturbances at Vacation Rental (AirBnB) Properties in Utopia

AirBnB event at the Park at Ensenada and Ventura – Numerous intoxicated UM students arriving with cases of beer and handles of liquor. Complaints of littering, public intoxication, abusive language, vomiting, and urination on neighbor properties.

Dear Utopia Security Association Homeowners:

It has come to our attention that several homes in our neighborhood are actively short term renting their property through AirBnB and other online vacation rental sites. Some recent rental events have caused a security concern which your board feels should be addressed. In the past few weeks, events at these properties have caused our patrol to be diverted toward attending to disorderly conduct, parking, and traffic disturbances. Your UHSA volunteer board members believe that these vacation rentals may be in violation of zoning or other ordinances. We have lodged a complaint with one property owner. We are also looking at actions that UHSA might take to limit these disturbances and ensure that all neighbors are able to peacefully enjoy the use of their property.

We may need an organized effort to contact our elected officials to enforce appropriate zoning and regulations. We will keep you posted, but please feel free to contact your elected representatives if you wish.

City Officials:

Mayor Francis Suarez
Commissioner Ken Russell

Sincerely,

Your Utopia Homeowners Security Association Board