Case Study: How Sandusky OH uses Rentalscape for operational efficiencies

Customer Overview 

Sandusky, Ohio, sits on the edge of Lake Erie and draws tourists every summer with attractions like Cedar Point, Kalahari Resorts, and Castaway Bay. To keep neighborhoods vibrant for both residents and visitors, the city has capped short-term rental (STR) permits at 99 and developed a zoning framework that protects residential areas.  

The Challenge 

As Sandusky’s STR market matured, the city wanted more visibility into active listings and a streamlined way to confirm whether properties were registered. Rather than relying on time-intensive, manual checks, the team saw an opportunity to modernize enforcement and refocus staff time on higher-value work. 

The Solution 

In 2023, Sandusky introduced Deckard Technologies’ Rentalscape platform to enhance oversight of its short-term rental program. Within the first year, the software identified 19 unregistered listings—nearly 20% of the city’s permit cap.  

Learn More 

To read the full case study and see how Sandusky is working with Rentalscape to strengthen STR oversight, download the full report below.