The Town of Wallkill is considering a new short-term rental law as tourism increases and more residents rent out their houses for short stays. 
The law will regulate the use of short-term rentals for the health, safety, and quality of life of town residents, with penalties attached to violations. 
A draft law is ready for review, and residents can comment at a March 23 public hearing at town hall. 
Short-term rentals are defined as those of less than 31 consecutive days under the draft law. 
Any town residents who wish to do short-term rentals must first secure a permit by submitting applications to the town building department. …