In Los Alamos County, New Mexico, short-term rentals (commonly referred to as vacation rentals) are currently undergoing a regulatory development process aimed at formalizing their legality and establishing operational guidelines. While short-term rentals are not yet fully legal, the Los Alamos County Community Development Department is in the process of crafting an ordinance that would allow them to operate legally, focusing on managing neighborhood impacts effectively. Properties that are likely to thrive include cabins in rural settings and houses near local attractions, catering primarily to tourists visiting the nearby Los Alamos National Laboratory and Bandelier National Monument. The area's business landscape is driven by a mix of tourism and some business travelers, with a significant emphasis on attracting visitors for both leisure and business purposes. The Community Development Department, along with planning experts, is actively engaging with the community to gather input, ensuring that any new regulations reflect public opinion. For further details on regulations and community involvement, you can visit the official websites of the Los Alamos County Community Development Department at Los Alamos County and the project site at Live Host Visit LAC.