Short-term rentals could soon face new rules in inland Mendocino County, and not everyone is convinced that’s a good thing. County supervisors spent part of last week debating a proposal that would add permits, safety rules, and enforcement penalties for rentals outside coastal zones. Supporters say it protects neighborhoods, while critics worry about more red tape for property owners already following the rules. The ordinance is still being drafted, with supervisors signaling caution before moving forward.