The purpose of this chapter is to (i) provide regulations pertaining to vacation rentals to preserve the quiet nature and atmosphere of residential areas and to guarantee to the city’s residents tranquility and peaceful enjoyment of their neighborhoods, and (ii) promote public health, safety, welfare, and convenience through regulations and standards for short-term vacation rental properties. These regulations shall be in addition to other provisions in city codes that may apply to vacation rentals. In the event of a conflict between the provisions of this chapter and any other provision in a city code, the more restrictive provision shall prevail. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to create a private right of action against the city. To achieve the purposes of this chapter, the city finds it necessary to monitor and regulate short-term vacation rental properties by providing for:
(A) A vacation rental license;
(B) Safety and operational requirements;
(C) Parking standards;
(D) Solid waste handling and containment;
(E) Licensure requiring posting of vacation rental information;
(F) Administration, penalties and enforcement.
(Ord. O-2015-24, passed 10-21-15; Am. Ord. O-2023-12, passed 9-6-23)