AGENDA DATE: 6/3/2020
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Work Session on Homestay Program.
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Work session to 1) Provide Homestay Compliance Program updates; 2) Discuss Potential Zoning Text Amendments to Refine the Current Regulations; and 3) Discuss Process for Homestay Special Exceptions
ITEM TYPE: Regular Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Walker, Kamptner, Herrick, Letteri, Filardo, Shifflett, McCulley, Lin, Svoboda, Ragsdale
PRESENTER (S): Bart Svoboda and Rebecca Ragsdale
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Jeffrey B. Richardson
BACKGROUND: In 2017, the Board directed staff to identify and implement any necessary changes to the County's regulations to address transient lodging, now referred to as homestays. Homestays are an accessory use permitted only in association with a single family residence and allow rental of guest rooms for less than 30 days at a time. There are a number of homestays operating without applicable zoning clearances or failing to remit applicable taxes. This is referred to as the "compliance gap." Study of the issue led to a series of amendments to the County's Taxation, Health and Safety, Fire Protection, and Zoning regulations in 2017-2019. Detailed summaries and ordinance sections are provided as Attachment A. The Board also prioritized the Comprehensive Plan strategy related to tourist lodging and directed staff to develop a plan to bring non-compliant operators into compliance. Information about the initial compliance and enforcement plan is provided in Attachment B.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Mission: To enhance the well-being and quality of life for all citizens through the provision of the highest level of public service consistent with the prudent use of public funds.
DISCUSSION: This work session is in response to the Board's request to review the homestay compliance program and experience with new regulations six months after implementation. Staff from Community Development and Finance have provided a detailed ...
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