The fight over short-term rentals is heating up in Mendocino County. Supervisors are considering new regulations after residents complained about late-night noise, safety issues, and homes being pulled from the long-term market, but several key proposals were rejected or sent back for more study. Supporters of vacation rentals say they help drive tourism and give homeowners needed income, while critics warn some neighborhoods are losing their residential character. County leaders will now work on a draft ordinance, setting the stage for more debate before any final rules are adopted.