I live in a small town which is disproportionately popular with tourists. Because of this, people are hoarding property to rent out on Airbnb. I want to buy a house but will never be able to afford it unless the market is flooded with properties.
Again I'm not looking for anything illegal just some propaganda tricks to keep the tourists away for a year or two.
Maybe push for a local rule against short-term rentals? That would treat the actual problem you mention having - lack of access to property being taken up by short term rental owners. If successful, you might even see a lot of people selling off their former short term rentals, increasing the supply and helping your issue further.