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Department: Neighborhood Services
Director: Curtis Howard, Director of Neighborhood Services
Agenda Item: Amendment for Registration of Short-term Rental Properties
Recommended Action: Adoption of Ordinances
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Item Summary
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To amend Section 6-731, Definitions, Section 6-733, Applicability, administration and training, and Section 6-748, Offenses of Article XXIV, Registration of Short-term Rental Properties, of Chapter 6, Buildings and Building Regulations, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Plano, to clarify definitions, remove ambiguity, delineate responsibilities to ensure appropriate enforcement, and set a deadline for nonconformity determinations; and providing a repealer clause, a severability clause, a penalty clause, a savings clause, a publication clause, and an effective date.
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Background
The Short-term Rental Registration Ordinance was originally adopted in April 2024. During the two (2) years since its adoption, the Planning Department and Neighborhood Services Department have identified several minor amendments necessary to improve the administration and enforcement of the ordinance. These amendments include clarifications to definitions and offense provisions to enhance transparency, promote consistent interpretation, and provide a clearer understanding of ordinance requirements. Additionally, revisions to the rebate provisions are proposed to eliminate overlapping financial incentives and ensure equitable administration of the program.
Financial Summary/Strategic Goals
This item has no financial impact.
Approval of this agenda item supports the City's Strategic Plan Critical Success Factor of Safe, Vibrant Neighborhoods.
Attachments
Ordinance