Every time I check into a motel, I am met with the same experience: the owners live on the property, and instead of a welcome, there's a sense of intrusion. As someone who frequently stays in motels, I've encountered situations where owners harass guests, impose on privacy, and racially profile individuals. This is not just an isolated incident. It's a widespread issue across many motels in the area.

These places are supposed to be havens for travelers, places of comfort and rest, but how can they be when you feel watched and unwelcome? After hours, the motel transforms into these owners' homes rather than maintaining its atmosphere as a business catering to weary visitors. Owners linger around the premises, knocking on doors at unreasonable hours, and withholding basic amenities like toilet paper. This behavior diminishes the professionalism and quality expected from a hospitality business.

Research shows that a significant number of motels in urban and suburban areas are run by owners who live on-site. According to the AHLA, this arrangement can lead to blurred lines between business and personal space, often resulting in guest discomfort and privacy violations. It's vital for the integrity of the motel industry and the comfort of its patrons that a clear distinction is enforced between home and business practices.

I propose that regulations be established requiring business owners to vacate their premises after business hours or assign managerial roles to individuals who do not live on the property. This change would ensure that every guest enjoys a professional and unbiased experience, free from the sense of ownership interference.

Let’s make motels a welcoming place for all travelers by enforcing boundaries that respect guest privacy and comfort. It’s time for business regulations that prevent residential oversight to ensure the professionalism of the hospitality sector.

Support this petition to create safe, unbiased, and professional spaces for all motel guests. Your signature can help bring about change and restore comfort for travelers everywhere. Please sign and share this petition today.