Vermont doesn’t have a housing shortage. It has a hoarding problem.

The article highlights that Vermont's housing woes stem from a significant number of vacant second homes and short-term rentals rather than a lack of housing supply. These unoccupied properties are driving up prices and limiting availability for long-term residents, exacerbating affordability issues. This hoarding problem underscores a broader issue where investment in temporary rentals is prioritized over providing stable, long-term housing for local communities, suggesting a need for policy changes to address the imbalance.