(A) Application renewal or update. Prior to the permit's expiration or when there is a change to the information contained in the permit regarding ownership, changes in the structure or parking area, or contact person, a new permit application shall be submitted. A transfer fee of $10 shall be assessed.
(B) Review of application and issuance of permit.
(1) The City Land Use Office shall complete a review of the permit application and, when necessary, will conduct the compliance inspection within ten business days of submission of a completed application. Renewal notifications of all permits shall occur 30 days prior to renewal.
(2) Once the application review and compliance inspection are complete, the city shall notify the applicant of the decision of whether or not to issue the permit based on compliance with this subchapter. If approval is granted, the city will issue a short-term residential rental permit specifying the maximum number of cars and the maximum number of occupants allowed. Failure to apply for a renewal of the permit prior to its expiration shall subject the owner to pay a late permit renewal penalty fee of $10.
(C) An application for permit or renewal application shall be denied if:
(2) Outstanding property nuisance or building code violations exist on the property.
(D) The City of Elephant Butte recommends that all property owners purchase short- term rental insurance.
(E) Failure to comply with any provision of Chapter 31 of the Elephant Butte Municipal Code (Taxation) may result in a revocation of the permit for a 12-month time period at the discretion of the City Manager or their designee.
(F) If the dwelling unit owner plans to discontinue short-term residential rental of the property, a statement to that effect shall be filed with the city, and the permit will be revoked.
(Ord. 202, passed 4-20-2022)