Guest: I am so and so, attending (local) college, coming to do (something that does not sound plausible) with friends and family.
Request is for 1 night, 10 people, no reviews, local
Me: Sounds like a really fun night! How many people are you expecting including those not staying the night?
Guest: Thanks, we are looking at 15 people. I am booking now!
Me: Ok, as long as it is under 16. Chicago currently has strict rules against Airbnb gatherings of more than 16 people and there is a counter installed. This includes anyone who stops by even for a little bit or help (like if you get a chef or photographer). The fine is something like 10k.
Guest: What does the fine include and what does it determine ? This seems excessive.
Me: You will not have to worry about it if you do not have extra people
Guest: never heard from again
We can no longer host 1 night stays in Chicago at all, this was from a little over a week ago. I have been meaning to post this for a good laugh