Consider action to adopt an ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Article XI "Short-Term Rentals" Chapter 10 “Businesses”, Article XI “Rental Housing”, Division 7 “Short Term Rentals” by adding Section 10.453 to add a definition of “Serious Incident;” by adding a new Section 10.458A “Density Regulations; Exceptions”, by amending Section 10–459 to require an exterior sign; by amending Section

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The proposed ordinance amendments are intended to address ongoing community concerns related to short-term rentals and establish reasonable standards governing the density and operation of short-term rentals to promote responsible management and regulatory compliance. The proposed regulations are designed to enhance oversight, improve safety, and support neighborhood compatibility while maintaining opportunities for short-term rental activity. Overall, the amendments seek to balance economic interests with the City's responsibility to protect the health, safety, and welfare of its residents.

This motion is scored as EXPANDS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 7.2/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, measures that increase tax rates or fee schedules, issue new debt or Certificates of Obligation, expand regulatory/zoning restrictions on private land use, or authorize unbudgeted spending expansions reduce an official's Freedom Score when voted YES (and reward dissenting NO votes).