Short Term Rentals in Florence
The City of Florence is continuing work on short-term rental housing regulations. STRs are defined as residential units, or portions of them, rented for 30 days or less through platforms like Airbnb or VRBO. They differ from month-to-month rentals or units leased to traveling health care workers. Currently, the City requires STRs to obtain a business license, and accessory dwelling units are not permitted to be used as STRs. Over the past two years, city staff, committees, and the council have reviewed regulations, compared policies from other Oregon cities, and explored enforcement tools. On Monday, October 13th, 2025, the City of Florence will host a public open house at City Hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with a presentation beginning at 5:45. Residents will be able to learn about proposed STR regulations, how they fit into the City’s Housing Implementation Plan, and share feedback on balancing neighborhood livability with housing affordability. More information is available online at ci.florence.or.us.
Classical Academy Open House
Whitmore Classical Academy is inviting the community to a Town Hall gathering on Thursday, October 9th at 6:30 p.m. at First American Title, 179 Laurel Street, Suite B in Florence. The event will provide information about the new charter school, which emphasizes classical education rooted in virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility. Organizers say it’s an opportunity to hear more about the school’s mission and have your questions answered. More details can be found at WhitmoreAcademy.com.
Return of the Vintage Trailers
Florence will host the return of the “Goin’ with the Flo” Vintage Trailer Community Open House on Saturday, October 11th. More than 30 retro trailers from Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California and Montana will be on display at Heceta RV Park from noon to 3 p.m. This marks the eighth year for the event, which invites the public to tour restored trailers and learn from their owners about efforts to keep them on the road and out of landfills. Florence’s Rhody Cruisers classic car club will also take part with a cruise-in around noon, with each car pairing up alongside a trailer. The event is free and open to the public at 4636 Heceta Beach Road.
