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Home My WebLink About15-3759 Jeremy Barnhart From: Julie Yahoo <jltoman@yahoo.com> Sent: Friday, March 18, 2016 10:07 AM To: Jeremy Barnhart Subject: RE: Vacation Rental ordinances Jeremy, Thanks for sending this over. I appreciate the opportunity to respond. I have be renting my house out on VRBO for 3 years and require a 5 night minimum stay and also screen every new renter. I only allow maximum of 4 people to stay in my house at any time. i have been in very regular communication with all of my close neighbors and they have all been informed that if there ever any issues or impact on their quality of `lake life"they should call me. I have received zero complaints and have had my next door neighbor property managing the rental for all 3 years. So far for in 2016, 50%of my renters are return renters. I started doing this 3 years ago, after unsuccessfully trying to sell my house in 2011 and 2012 when my house value was "underwater" . I work in Boston and divide my time 50-50 between both locations and this weekly rental business during Summer only allowed me to hold on to my house and not do a short sale. I would very much like to continue to operate a weekly rental business in the Summer months. Please look at my listing and reviews VRBO Listing #460106. My rental agreement covers most of what is included in this ordinance already After reading through the proposed ordinance,I have no issue with Regulation#1. #2 my insurance for using this as a rental property has made me comply the applicable codes for a house of my age fire any additional regulations should be reviewed before being implemented. I have issue with #3, as I have 2 primary residences, one in Boston where I work, and then this one in Orono where I spend 50%of my time. If I am prohibited from renting it would cause me a significant financial hardship. I hope to retire back in MN in a few years and use this property as my primary residence again. Item#4, I may not personally be available within 30 minutes but I have 2 people who are close by who respond to any issues and are available for any things that need to be fixed. This has never been a problem in my 3 years of doing this. I am okay with all of the other points but do think this is a little excessive and should be taken into very serious considerations amongst the small group of Short Term Rental Business Owners. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions? Thanks, Julie Toman 1082 Loma Linda Ave. From:Jeremy Barnhart [mailto:jbarnhart@ci.orono.mn.us] Sent:Thursday, March 17, 2016 2:29 PM To:jltoman@yahoo.com Subject:Vacation Rental ordinances Julie, 1 The information provided to the Council on Monday night. The next review will likely occur on April 11th. Any comments you can provide will be helpful to the council. Jeremy Barnhart, AICP Community Development Director Direct 952.249.4626 Planning &Zoning Office 952.249.4620 2750 Kelley Parkway, Orono, MN 55356 Website: www.ci.orono.mn.us 2 Jeremy Barnhart From: Denny Walsh Sent: Saturday, July 04, 2015 7:37 PM To: Jessica Loftus; Jeremy Barnhart Subject: FW: Short term rentals FYI Dennis Walsh Orono City Council 612.414.5055 From: Denny Walsh [ftkdenny@aol.com] Sent: Saturday, July 04, 2015 7:36 PM To: Denny Walsh Subject: Short term rentals -----Original Message----- From: Sean Foy <sean _linnihanfov.com> To: Denny Walsh <ftkdenny(c�aol.com> Cc: Jon Hofer<eion(a�mac.com>; Nikki Jabs <nbartz(c�yahoo.com>; Tom Anderson <tanderson10191971Ca�qmail.com> Sent: Fri, Jul 3, 2015 8:38 am Subject: Short term rentals Hello Mr Walsh: I am sorry I missed the city council meeting last Monday when the issue of short term rental came up. There are several reasons I am against short term rentals first I am sure it devalues my property, two who has vetted these people, three who wants a full time party with different people every week next to there home. I could go on forever but I won't just know that I am against this practice. A couple of my neighbors are copied on this email please let Mr Walsh know your thoughts on this. Nikki can you pass this along to Josh I do not have his email. Sean Foy Linnihan Foy Advertising 615 1stAvenue NE,Suite 320 Minneapolis,MN 55413 www.linnihanfov.com 612-238-3002 612-238-3000(fax) Mobile 612-710-6262 1 Jeremy Barnhart From: Denny Walsh Sent: Monday, June 29, 2015 3:05 PM To: Jeremy Barnhart; Jessica Loftus Subject: FW: Seasonal Vacation Rental Homes FYI Dennis Walsh Orono City Council 612.414.5055 From: 7ohn Purdy [johnkpurdy@aol.com] Sent: Monday, June 29, 2015 2:27 PM To: Denny Walsh Subject: Seasonal Vacation Rental Homes Dear Councilman Walsh- I have been a resident of Orono for 42 years, living happily on Fagerness Point. In the last couple of years, several of our neighbors have listed their homes on VRBO or Air-B and B for short term rentals. While we empathize with their need to rent to defray the costs of owning their homes, it does, in my mind, present a problem for our neighborhood. Often the rentals are for one or two weeks and the purpose of the renter is to enjoy the lake and host parties for their families and friends. Occasionally, those parties can be loud, late and boisterous with parking spilling over into neighbors turnarounds and lawns. The end of Fagerness Point is a narrow road with very limited on-street parking. In a larger sense, vacation rentals disrupt our sense of neighborhood. I never know who is residing in the rental houses because they come and go often, with children we don't know walking across our yards and using our docks for their recreation. The renters, justifiably, don't have time or interest in building lasting relationships or a sense of community with the neighborhood. I don't want to sound like a grouchy old guy, but the council asked for citizen input on the issue and I am happy to provide it. Sincerely, John Purdy 1975 Fagerness Point Road 1 Jeremy Barnhart From: Denny Walsh Sent: Monday, June 29, 2015 3:06 PM To: Jeremy Barnhart; Jessica Loftus Subject: FW: Rental by owners FYI Dennis Walsh Orono City Council 612.414.5055 From: Ricks [ricksboats@mchsi.com] Sent: Saturday, June 27, 2015 8:52 AM To: Denny Walsh Subject: Rental by owners Saw in the Laker today you were getting complaints from residence about vacation rentals. First of all I'm a Orono resident that is in favor of this practice and considering doing it myself. I have lived in Orono for 17 years and have found that home prices in Orono suffer because of over regulation by the city. Recently the wind generator fiasco which cost the city of Orono thousands in unneeded legal fees to prosecute one of its citizens. Not to mention the restrictive building regulations. A homeowner who rents their place out is usually on the lake. We pay huge property taxes for this. There is no reason not to make a buck of the beauty the area has to offer. It also helps the local economy by bringing out of state money here to the local stores and restaurants as well as the marinas. Over regulation is a huge problem for Orono and needs to be addressed. Thanks you Rick Klocek 1090 Loma Linda Ave Orono Mn 1 www.weeklynews.com�Lakeshore Weekly News . • • orewoo ro 1 1tS - rm renta s s ort te BYAMANDASCHWARZE said. over-occupancy and illegal amandas@weeklynews.com When the planning commis- parking." sion had earlier discussed the "I'm very much in support of People who have their Shore- issue, Nielsen said the city's this,"Councilor Richard Wood- wood properties posted on va- rental ordinance was originally ruff said of the prohibition. cation rental websites should adopted to provide safe places "Our community doesn't re- probably remove the listings. for people to live,not places for ally have the resources to deal The Shorewood City Coun- people to stay. Commissioners with some of this,"Mayor Scott cil has prohibited short-term also discussed that the most Zerby added. rentals for periods of less than problematic short-term rental Exceptions to the new 30-day 30 days in residential zoning property in the city was being restriction could be coming districts. City officials say the managed by a company that in the future. Planning com- move was made in response to oversees multiple properties. missioners are interested in problemscausedbysomerental A public hearing on the allowing short-term rentals properties. matter was held at the Sept.20 for special events, such as the "The fact is that we have Planning Commission meet- Ryder Cup, which recently had issues with rental proper- ing. Nobody spoke during the concluded in Chaska, or the ties where they've very much hearing. Super Bowl when it comes to abused the use of homes in Theordinancethatprohibits Minneapolis. Members of the residential zoning districts," the rentals notes that residents City Council were agreeable to PlanningDirectorBradNielsen have complained about"noise, the possible exceptions. 3rd Home offers an upscale vacation option for people with more houses than time - Star... Page 1 of 2 BUSINE55 3rd Home offers an upscale vacation option for people with more houses than time Members must have an extra house worth more than$500,000 and be screened to join.When they travel,they pay a stipend that ranges from$395 to$995 per week to stay in another member's home. By Jim Buchta(http://www.startribune.com/jim-buchta/10644536/)Star Tribune JUNE 28,2015—9:57PM For much of the year,Mark Harrington's ski retreat in Big Sky,Mont.,sits empty with no one to appreciate the sweeping views of Lone Peak and the pine-studded mountainside. So Harrington,of Oronq enrolled the property in an upscale travel club,called 3rd Home,that's like Airbnb on steroids. "You're sffi1 paying your bills even if you're not using it,"he said."And after a while you get tired of going to the same place." Every time a 3rd Home club member stays at his getaway,he gets"keys"that can be redeemed for a stay at second homes owned by other members. There are now more than 3,600 luxury home options for members to choose.Average value:$2.4 million. Last year,for e�cample,he spent a couple weeks in an oceanside resort in Cabo San Lucas,where his family hunkered down in a four-bedroom,five-bathroom villa. �� "It was probably a$3 million property and so much nicer than my house,"he said. 3rd Home is essentially a house-sharing service for people with an extra house,but not �1 enough time to use it.The company,which is based in Nashville and has a few dozen F�;� ��'' , P members in the Twin Cities,was founded in the spirit of the sharing economy,which + has been enabled by technology and embraced by people who value access over .�'° �.v� � ,, ownership. ;�,�.� �-'—� �'i._� � � , f "People feel like they dodt have to buy more and more stuff,they want to share time � � ' ;.. � 599930748.jpg) and experiences with their family and friends,"said Steve Zacks,3rd Home's chief ` "P'� �- 3i "' marketing officer."People have all these resources they're not getting full use out of,so f�'�14f Ri�n�1�Y1h'F�i�'?ri4l�5}SA�E4Sl4'�kPt17�1�F)lt`�'rr1�"��'s_143537600] we're asking how can you share it?" home.had the opportunity to swap their Tim.Nt#a�t�d�ooddmFiat�t�reif�tariacnxg in Unlike Airbnb,Bed&Fed and BroadsAbroad,which are priced and aimed at the masses, Big Sky ski resort in Montana. 3rd Home caters to a decidedly more affluent clientele.Members must have an extra house worth more than$500,000 and be screened to join.When they travel,they pay a stipend that ranges from$395 to$995 per week to stay in another member's home. Lodging options include a catamaran in the Caribbean,a Moroccan villa with its own olive grove and a thatched-roof Polynesian-style estate on a Malibu beach. With the appetite for getaway homes becoming insatiable,especially among baby boomers,the 3rd Home concept fulfills a unique niche in a rapidly expanding vacation home markeL Last year,there were an estimated 1.13 million vacation home sales, nearly 60 percent more Yhan the year before and the highest since the National Association of Realtors(NAR)began conducting the survey in 2003. Though wage growth has been stagnant and nearly 1 in 10 Americans still owes more than their house is worth,Lawrence Yun,NAR's chief economist,surmises that the steady rise in home prices is giving people the assurance that real estate is a solid long- term investment. "Affluent households have greatly benefited from strong growth in the stock market in recent years,"he said."Furthermore,last year's impressive increase also reflects long- terrn growth in the numbers of baby boomers moving closer to retirement and buying second homes to convert into their primary home in a few years." 3rd Home was founded by Wade Shealy,an entrepreneur who has been involved with several high-proffie real estate developments across the country. http://www.startribune.com/3rd-hoine-offers-an-upscale-vacation-option-for-people-with-m... 7/2/2015 3rd Home offers an upscale vacation option for people with more houses than time - Star... Page 2 of 2 . , 3rd Home doesn't prohibit its members from participating in more traditional "collaborative consumption"entities such as VRBO.It's developed partnerships and affiliations with dozens of residence clubs,inclnding the Trump International Hotel& Tower in New York City,enables fractional owners to exchange their unused time for properties in the 3rd Home portfolio. Helen Taylor of Minneapolis is an owner at the PGA West Residence Club near Palm Springs,Calif.She and her husband,Peter,bought into PGA West several years ago as a test to see whether they'd want to move there permanenUy after his retirement. "We're just exploring,"she said.`"I'his just opens up the world." After a couple of trips to Mexico,they've been banking their keys in an anticipation of a trip to Europe. jim.buchta@startribune.com 612-673-7376 http://www.startribune.com/3rd-home-offers-an-upscale-vacation-option-for-people-with-m... 7/2/2015 Duluth places rnoratoriu�n on vacation rental per�nits � Duluth News Tribune Page 1 of 4 { � Duluth I�ews T�ibune Duluth places moratorium on vacation rental permits By Peter Passi on Jun 15, 2015 at 10:26 p.m. he Duluth City Council unanimously voted to temporarily put the brakes on the issuance of permits for vacation rental properties Monday. Tim Allen, president of Historic Bed & Breakfast Inns of Duluth, urged councilors to step up regulation of the properties which are increasingly being marketed on websites such as Airbnb and VRBO (Vacation Rental By Owner). He called on the city to hold these businesses to the same kinds of health and public safety standards as others in the hospitality industry "so everyone who visits the city of Duluth has a safe and fun experience." Allen noted that many of these operations operate under the radar and fail to collect the taxes that other businesses are required to charge. "It hurts those of us who are playing by the rules," he said. Councilor Joel Sipress, who was one of the authors of a resolution that would place a moratorium on vacation rental ordinances for up to one year, said: "I view this as a temporary pause, so we can come up with something that makes sense for the city of Duluth." Duluth is not alone, according to Sipress. http://www.duluthilewstribune.com/news/3767107-duluth-places-moratorium-vacation-ren... 6/18/2015 Duluth places moratorium on vacation rental permits � Duluth News Tribune Page 2 of 4 "We've seen an explosion of this industry. Cities all over the country are grappling with this issue," he said. Councilor Sharla Gardner said the city will need help regulating vacation rentals. "There's no way the city is ever going to know about all the illegal rentals," she said. Gardner called for shared vigilance in identifying those active in the market. "We need neighbors and the community to come forward," she said. Left unchecked, Gardner warned the proliferation of vacation rental properties could have unintended consequences. "If you have too many short-term rentals in a neighborhood, you no longer have a neighborhood," she said. Councilor Barb Russ, the third author of the ordinance, concurred, saying: "I have serious concerns about neighborhoods being taken over by this." But Russ said the city will need to think hard about how to tackle the issue. "It's not going to be an easy job," she conceded. Cameron Fryer, a concerned Duluth resident who has battled to keep a vacation rental property out of his neighborhood, said the council will face a challenge in determining how to police the industry. "How do you penalize people who don't play by the rules?" he asked, suggesting that maybe water service could be discontinued to properties that flout local regulation. http://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/3767107-duluth-places-moratorium-vacation-ren... 6/18/2015 Duluth places moratorium on vacation rental perinits I Duluth News Tribune Page 3 of 4 , ; , Although the city council passed the moratorium Monday, it will not go into effect for another 30 days. Peter Passi i i PFa�si;a;Julurl�ne��;�s ccnn � _ , ' (218) 279-5526 i ;�� ; ��:�i !��.ii �_, http://www.duluthn�wstribune.conl/news/3767107-duluth-places-moratoriunl-vacation-ren... 6/18/2015 Jeremy Barnhart From: Don Knutson Sent: Monday, March 14, 2016 5:05 PM To: Jeremy Barnhart Subject: Home rental Thanks for taking time to speak with me today.We would very much like to share our thoughts about short term home rental. Peace, don & Carol knutson 3225 Lafayette Ridge Court. Orono i Jeremy Barnhart From: Terri Jones Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 1:19 PM To: Jeremy Barnhart Cc: Subject: Orono Short Term Rental Information from Orono Meeting Hi Jeremy, I talked to Kit Katt today about her letter and presence at the Orono Council meeting and heard great things regarding the important facts she presented. On occasion I have rented my property and will be meeting with my association soon regarding this issue on Lafayette Ridge. Could you please send me any city documents and meeting decisions from the recent meetings including Kat's letter? It has been my experience that the few times I have rented short term I have had very wonderful families who respected my home and neighbor's in all respects. In my view, and other's in the VRBO community that I spoke while investigating this option, have had nothing but good reports. The short term stipulations and safety policies that were recommended I too put into place, and actually they were far and above better than the long term renter, (6 Month) to friends! Hope you can send Kat's letter and any other decisions my way for my association to take into consideration while discerning rental's in our neighborhood. Many thanks, Terri Jones 612-325-1501 Terri Jones Founder and President White Light Events PO Box 334 Wayzata, MN 55391 612-325-1501 phone 952-471-3512 fax 1 4/18/2016 City Regulation of Short-Term Vacation Rentals by Owners City Regulation of Short-Term Vacation Rentals by Owners Organizations like Airbnb (Link to: https://www airbnb.com/? af=43720035&c=A TC%3Dta2zq9t9w9%26G MT%3De%26G CR%3D100808697856%26G N%3Ds%26G K%3Dai rbnb.%26G P%3D%26G D%3Dc&gclid=CKCz- YXbmMwCFQmSaQod4X8Dlw&dclid=CMuBhobbmMwCFYx4AQodmU0E9w) and VRBO.com (Link to: https://www vrbo.com/) have made things interesting for cities and residents. These are services individuals may use to arrange short-term rental of someone's house, apartment, room, or bed for a night or more. Sometimes they cause issues for cities. Increasingly, cities are seeking information on whether and how to regulate these "short-term rental" situations. League research attorneys are available to answer your questions. What can cities regulate? Under state law, the Department of Health has jurisdiction to license and inspect hotels, motels, and lodging establishments unless a city or county has been delegated that responsibility. Hotels and motels are defined as buildings, structures, enclosures, or any part thereof used as, maintained as, advertised as, or held out to be places where sleeping accommodations are furnished to the public for a stay of less than a week. This alone captures a lot of short-term situations advertised online. Lodging establishments are defined as buildings, structures, enclosures, or any part thereof used as, maintained as, advertised as, or held out as places where sleeping accommodations are furnished to the public as regular roomers for stays of a week or more and having five or more beds to let to the public. (Lodging establishments also include accommodations for those awaiting medical treatment, their family, and caregivers.) In short, a lot of typical AirBNB or VRBO.com situations are subject to state regulation, but that does not preclude additional regulation by the city. The state and its delegates have invested a lot of effort into locating and requiring licensing compliance by applicable properties throughout the state offering accommodations through AirBNB, VRBO.com, or other means. However, the level of state/delegate licensing compliance of short-term rentals might inevitably remain low due to: The amount of state/delegate manpower required. The fact that new short-term rentals constantly enter the market. Those offering accommodations not in compliance may be notified and then take steps to avoid further detection from licensing authorities. For these reasons, the state fully supports cities adopting some regulation of situations potentially subject to state licensing to the extent it better enables state law licensing compliance. The short-term rental of any space having fewer than five beds and for periods of a week or more is unregulated by state law. These are situations only a city may regulate—at least until a legislative change gives regulatory authority to the state and its delegates or makes it exempt from any regulation, including city ordinance. There are plenty of situations the city can regulate. How can cities regulate these situations? The two basic approaches cities currently use to regulate short-term rentals are licensing/permitting or prohibition. How cities regulate short-term rentals varies in what constitutes "rental," what accommodations are subject to regulation, the location of the property, and other respects. For information on cities and counties that have taken steps to regulate these situations, contact the League Research and Information Department at (651) 281-1200, (800) 925-1122, or research@lmc.org (Link to: mailto:research@lmc.org) . http://www.lm c.org/page/1/ShortTerm Rental.jsp?utm_source=Apri 1+18+Bu1 letin-C ities&utm_cam paign=Bul leti n+4/18/16&utm_m edi um=em ai I 1/2 4/18/2016 City Regulation of Short-Term Vacation Rentals by Owners Should cities regulate short-term rentals? This is a decision for each city to make. If a city chooses to ban short-term rentals, it will have to figure out how to enforce a ban on what can be difficult to detect and yet is an increasingly popular phenomenon. If a city licenses or otherwise permits these situations, it will have to find a way to do so that doesn't discourage participation in the regulation. There are certainly reasons to, at the very least, have a record of the short-term rentals being made available within the city and to have a person to contact in the event there are complaints by neighbors. Again, the state or its delegated licensing authority is eager to work with cities to maintain state licensing compliance. If you have questions about short-term rentals, contact the League Research and Infarmation Department at (651) 281- 1200, (800) 925-ll22, or research@lmc.org (Link to: mailto:research@lmc.org) . Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin (Link to: http://www lmc.org/page/1/cities-bulletin-newsletter.jsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Edward Cadman Staff Attorney/Special Counsel �6s1� 2s1-1229 or �goo� 92s-1122 ecadman@lmc.org (Link to: mailto:ecadman@lmc.org) From our city vendor... �l�"y Q 4 CBMMUNITY ECONOMIC � DEVELQPMENT April 29, 201b Register today► E� � (Link to: http://www lmc.org/ads/104202) http:/lwww.lmc.org/page/1/ShortTermRental.jsp?utm_source=April+l8+Bul letin-Cities&utm_campaign=6ulletin+4/18/16&utm_medium=email 2J2 Jeremy Barnhart From: Aaron H. Printup Sent: Monday, October 17, 2016 9:17 AM To: Jeremy Barnhart Subject: FW: New Motel in Orono From: Bill Anderson [billanderson.email@yahoo.com] Sent: Friday, October 14, 2016 4:20 PM To: Lili McMillan; Lili McMillan; Jim Cornickjr; Jim Cornickjr; Lizz Levang; Aaron H. Printup; Denny Walsh Cc: Gil Gehle; Babs & Bill 7211 Arons; Rick Rohrer; Jeff Ulku; Steve Elliott; Katie Schroeder; Mike Schroeder; Roxane Gehle; Kristi Anderson Subject: New Motel in Orono Dear Mayor and City Council Members, I am updating you on the disruption short term rentals are causing in our neighborhood. Throughout the entire summer there have been groups of new renters in the neighboring home every week. We literally have a motel next door. It's a beautiful home with 4 bedrooms, fireplaces, dock, boat (if you pay extra)... all for an average of $771/night. • At $771/night it means they invite everyone to help pitch in and pay. It's usually a crowd. Sleeps 12! • This means parking on the street in front of neighboring driveways making it extremely difficult to back out. Apparently, they do not feel the need to park in their own driveway. • This means they have a new crowd of people playing in the front yard each weekend. Sounds great, right? Everyone having fun. It's wonderful IF YOU KNOW THE PEOPLE. Very awkward when it's a different crowd each week & they are generally there to 'party' • How about dogs? Sure, bring them, they all love the water. Last week there were 2 1001b rottwielers. Earlier this summer there was a huge German shepherd. • The house is poorly designed with the kitchen and patio facing our patio... 10' away. We hear the morning dishes clanking. We hear the breakfast conversations with our windows closed, in the evening it is even worse. As I type this, my TV is on and windows are shut and I can still hear them. Here are a few recent rentals: 10/10/16 Monday til 11 pm, Wedding - in the yard. The yard is 50'x75'. We have small yards 9/27/16 Ryder Cub - I believe the advertised rate was $15,000 for the week. Big group of guys. Loud. 9/24/16 Bachelor Party - Another bunch of loud guys late at night. The list goes on.... Put yourself in our position... Something has to be done. i Ban less than 60 day rentals? 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BYJESS/E VAN BERKEL JESSIE.VANBERKEL(a�STARTR/BUNE COM ON THE TABLE • Change the zoning code to permit the short-term rentals, which are currently not allowed • Ensure state and local taxes are collected • Regulate rental properties to make sure they are safe • Use complaints to inform future rules St. Paul officials aren't sure how many rooms and homes across the city are being rented out to visitors through online companies like Airbnb or VRBO — but they want to find out and may add regulations to ensure property owners are keeping visitors and residents safe, and paying taxes. The City Council voted Wednesday to create a work group of rental property hosts, city staff and other members of the hospitality industry. The group will spend the next four months developing standards and rules for the short-term rentals and working with the rental companies to create a mechanism to ensure taxes are collected. Council Member Chris Tolbert prompted the city's dive into the issue. Tolbert, who has used Airbnb, said the rental properties are a "great asset" to the city, but they need to be safe and owners should be required to play by the same rules as classic bed-and-breakfasts. Technically, he added, the short-term rentals are not permitted under the city's existing zoning rules, and this would change that. Other council members said they were hesitant to dedicate staff time and money to the topic, and noted that Minneapolis is not adding regulations. Minneapolis is aware that homes and buildings throughout the city are being rented out but does not plan to add new rules because the rentals do not seem to be causing problems, according to a St. Paul staff report. St. Paul has also not experienced many complaints from residents or visitors about the rentals already (�'c-��r�,,,"� 5-f a,..r��.��s �r ��-,,c�e r L�c v�;e� �s n o., -�w�' of 3 7/7/2016 9:26 AM St.Paul mulls rules for short-term home rentals http://e.starnibune.com/Olive/Tablet/StarTribune/SharedArticle.aspx? operating in the city, staff found. "I'm not really sure there is a crying need right now for this," Council Member Rebecca Noecker said. She was the lone vote against moving forward with the work group. The City Council will consider the topic again after it receives the group's recommendations. Weighing regulation Cities from Duluth to New Orleans have looked at regulating online property rental companies. In the St. Paul report, staff said cities that have seen the most success categorized rentals, imposed safety standards, added fees and fines to ensure compliance and re-examined their rules after they were put in place, updating them as need�d. "We're not looking to come down hard. We're looking to work with the industry to come up with the right recommendations that suit St. Paul," said Ricardo Cervantes , director of the Department of Safety and Inspections. City staff has been talking with Airbnb, and Cervantes said the company's goals align with the city's — neither wants bad operators. "They're really interested in hosting safe and healthy environments," he said. "They have a brand to protect." New rental regulations could also increase city tax revenue. The tax revenue collected in 2015 is less than it should have been, given the number of short-term rentals advertised online, according to city staff members. Staff estimated about 25o short-term rental properties exist in St. Paul. But the revenue the city could collect from that number of rentals would be minimal, Tolbert said, adding, "My goal is not about the tax, it's more about the public safety." However, city officials said they expect the number of short-term rentals to increase, particularly around the Super Bowl. The city's 3 percent lodging tax and half-cent sales tax should apply to the rentals, Cervantes said, as should the state sales tax. 2 of 3 7/7/2016 9:26 AT " Paul mulls rules for short-term home rentals http://e.startribune.com/Olive/TableUStarTribune/SharedArticle.aspx?h... In a review of several dozen short-term rental properties, the city found people offering housing for rent through the Vacation Rentals by Owner (VRBO) company often referenced taxes as part of their nightly rates.Airbnb property owners did not. Airbnb, however, has a "community compact" that includes a pledge to help efficiently collect hotel or tourist taxes. "In those places that respect the right of people to share their home, we will work to ensure that the Airbnb community pays its fair share of taxes while honoring our commitment to protect our hosts' and guests' privacy," the document on the company's website states. Jessie Van Berkel • 6i2-6�3-4649 3 of 3 7/7/2016 9:26 AM U�a<a �-�� I��► �� _ _ _ _ �_ _ - -- - - -- _ �' ��cPv�s P --- --�� a��- r a✓�q�,a _ __ _ -- - _ _ __ -- ------_�PCa ��o�--�._�< _ _-- - - ---- -- - - -- ---- -- -- --- - -- � -- Cq�C{� 7_--- --- -- — -- ---- -----.-- ----- --- ul�� ---- ---- - --- � -- (�ll�t°�j � - --- --- _- - - - - _ - _ _ - -- - - - _-- -- - _ �oa� a�o�_u��ya.�r�__�c 5 a v��-`yQ�`rr- -- - ' MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 22,2015 7:00 o'clock p.m. l0. #15-3759 REQUEST FOR ORDINANCE RELATED TO VACATION RENTALS Barnhart stated the practice of renting a person's home for vacationers is becoming more prevalent, and that over the past several weeks, Council Member Walsh has received complaints regarding the use of single-family homes for vacation rentals. City Code does not currently regulate the use of a home for short or long-term rentals. In addition, Staff has learned that some property owners purchase a home for the primary purpose to rent it on both a short and long-term basis as income property. A cursory review of these sites found 6-15 properties on each site advertising Orono, including one site on Big Island and another single room. The concerns raised are related to noise, number of guests, neighborhood traffic,parking, and guest safety. Barnhart stated enforcement will be a challenge, similar to the provision that prohibits the rental of boat slips. Staff must periodically review advertisements and craigslist to find sites,which could use a considerable amount of Staff time. Barnhart stated Staff would like some feedback on how they would like to proceed on this issue. Printup asked if this would cover vacation rentals as opposed to someone just renting a house. Walsh stated it would be short-term rentals, such as daily or weekly. Barnhart stated the City has heard more recently about weekly rentals and that currently the City does not really regulate rentals. Barnhart stated it is also hard to regulate ownership of a house. Barnhart stated the more recent issues have dealt with situations where people come for a vacation and the neighbors experience problems. McMillan noted the City does not regulate year-long rentals currently. McMillan stated in her neighborhood they have two rentals homes and that they have experienced issues periodically but those related to homes that were rented for a year-plus. McMillan stated she is sure the short-term rentals are happening more on the lake. Walsh stated some cities regulate hotels, which are short-term rentals,but that the hotel has to be eight stories or higher. Walsh noted one of the other cities just took their hotel regulations and amended them to cover short-term rentals. Walsh stated there would need to be appropriate zoning in order to have a hotel, but that amending those existing regulations made it easy to dea] with the weekly or daily rentals. Walsh stated this is more of a summertime issue, but that he is aware of a person who has someone renting their house out every week two doars down from him. Walsh indicated that person has had to deal with the traffic, noise, and lack of regular maintenance on the home. Printup stated he would be interested in hearing more about this. Walsh stated with the Internet,there are a number of sites where people can advertise their homes for rent. McMillan asked if there is anything under the City's regulations relating to noise or nuisance that could help to address some of the issues. McMillan asked if the complaints are related to noise or destruction of property. Page 12 of 19 ` ^ MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 22,2015 7:00 o'clock p.m. Walsh stated to his knowledge it was the noise and the different cars coming through the neighborhood. Walsh indicated that a resident is experiencing it weekly right now. Barnhart stated perhaps before Staff drafts an ordinance, the solution may be as simple as contacting the people who are advertising on these various sites and encouraging them to be a good neighbor. Barnhart indicated he did a search of five or six major Intemet sites and that he found five or six homes in Orono that were being advertised. Printup asked if the homes had the same addresses on the different websites. Barnhart indicated he did not get into the details of the rentals but that based on his brief review, it appeared they may be different homes. Printup stated he likes the idea of putting the property owner on notice. Mattick stated cunently the home is being used in a residential way but not the same as owner occupied, which is where the potential conflict comes in. Mattick stated conceivably people tend to behave differently if they are simply renting versus someone who lives there year-round. Levang stated she would be okay with putting this on the master agenda list,and when the joint Planning Commission/City Council meeting is held,this item can be prioritized. Levang stated the first step may be to contact the property owners and encourage them to be a good neighbor. McMillan stated she would hate to be really restrictive on long-term rentals but that the short-term is a different situation. McMillan stated she also is not aware of how often this is happening. Levang stated having Staff check the websites periodically is also not a real good use of staff time. McMillan stated if there is a problem, it is likely one or more of the neighbors will complain. Levang noted there is a complaint form on the City's website and that might be part of the education piece as well. ORKS DIItECTOR/CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT 11. SPEED STUD SAH 151 Edwards stated the City has received a requ a speed study on CSAH 151 ba n their perceptions of speed and increased traffic. The State Commissi of Transportation s eed limits. In order to initiate a speed study,the City would need to request one olutio m Hennepin County, who would, in turn,request the State to conduct one. Edwards stated some of the factors the State looks at en they set a speed li ' the road type and condition, access points, e�sting traffic, contr vices, crash history,traffic vol , d sight distances. Based on the routine speed o raffic, it is possible the State could decide to ' the speed limit. Edwards indicated he did lo some of those factors and was informed by the Orono P � Department that there have b eight reportable accidents since 2005 on CSAH 151 and five of the ei Page 13 of 19 AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION CITY OF ORONO 7j50 Kelley Parkway,P.O.Box 66 STATE OF MINNESOTA ) crystai say,MN 55323 COUNT'�'OF CARVER SS Phone(952)249-4G00 Fax(95�249�616 Ch�^�ene Vold being duly sworn on an oath, NOTICE states or affirms that he/she is the Publisher's The orono Planning commission will hold a public hearing in the Oro- Designated Agent of the newspaper(s)known no Council Chambers at 2780 Kel- aS: ley Parlcway on Monday,November 16,2015,beginning at 6:30 p.m.on The Laker,The Pioneer the matter of reviewing the following land use applications and vacation requests: with the known oflice of issue being located 15-3759 City of orono, zoning in the county of: Code amendment related to the CARVER regulation of short term or vacation rentals. with additional circulation in the counties of: ts-a7asEuexander�esign�roup HENNEPIN on behalf of Christopher Pelletier& and has full knowledge of the facts stated �amie Grivich, 3548 Ivy Place, LR- below: 1C zoning district, requests side yard setback variances to allow the (A)The newspaper has complied with all of addition to the existing residence of the requirements constituting qualifica- dormers that constitute new struc- tion as a qualified newspaper as provided tural encroacnments witnin tne re- by Minn. Stat.§331 A.02. quired 10'side yards. 15-3791 Josephine Carpenter, (B)This Public Notice was printed and pub- 4g0 Russell Avenue, RR-18 zoning lished in said newspaper(s) once each district,requests an amendment of week, for 2 successive week(s); the first the orono Community Management insertion being on 10/31/2015 and the last P�an (the Comprehensive Plan) to incorporate the property into the insertion being on ]0/31/2015. Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSPa in order to allow connection MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICES of the existing residence to the mu- Pursuant to Minnesota Stat. §580.033 nicipal sewer system. 15-3792 John 8 Ben Kieffer, relating to the publication of mortgage 2o2a shadywood Road, LR-fC foreclosure notices The newspaper complies zoning district, requesc side yard with the conditions described in §580.033, setback, hardcover and structural subd. ], clause (1) or(2). If the news a er'S coverage variances to construct an P p attached garage. known office of issue is located in a county 15-3794 Tim & Mary Doubek, adjoining the county where the mortgaged 4565 Bayside Road, RR-16 zoning premises or some part of the mortgaged district,requests approval of a vari- premises described in the notice are located, ance to a��ow a ao�x so'detached accessory structure to be located a substantial portion of the newspaper's between the front,street lot line and circulation is in the lattei county. the principal structure on the prop- erty. 15-3795 Southview Design on By �� behalf of Rnbert &�eth Schnell, 1130 Old C stal Ba Road South, Designated Agent RR-1 B zoning district,requests ap- proval of lake setback,average lake setback and hardcover variances Subscribed and sworn to or af�irmed before �n order to construcc an in-ground me on 10/31/2015 by Charlene Vold. pool,patio,and retaining walls. All persons wishing to be heard are encouraged to attend these meetings.This is not a final agenda ��n 1 ` and is9 ubject to change prior to the `��, hearin s Written comments are ac- cepted and should be submitted to Notary Pubiic the City of Orono by November 3, 2015 if possible. Interested persons may review the applications and proposed ordinance language at City offices or by visiting the City's � pp,�1.EN�M��ACPHERSON Website at www.ci.orono.mn.us. �.,.� For an appointment, please call pr, NataN Public-Mlnrtesota �ssz�zas-as2o. MY��qMee Jan 91,20'�� City of Orono By: Planning Commission �"' Jeremy 8arnhart,Community Development Director To be published in The Laker&The Pioneer Newspapers on October 31,2015. Posted at:Orono City Offices Rate lnformation: Crystal 8ay Post Office (1)Lowest classified rate paid by commercial users Long Lake Post Office for comparable space: Navarre Post Office $1$.00 per COIUmn 1nCh 10/31/15,3LK,3TP, Nov'16 Public Hearing,467674 Ad ID 467674 �-o�o C ITY OF ORONO ', � � Street Address: Mailing Address: Telephone(952)249-4600 � � 2750 Kelley Parkway RO. Box 66 Fax (952)249-4616 /,� �,G Orono, MN 55356 Crystal Bay,MN 55323 www.ci.orono.mn.us �fSHn� Press Release January 20, 2016 For Immediate Release Contact Jeremy Barnhart Community Development Director 952-249-4626 The City of Orono is considering two separate ordinances that would regulate lighting and short term rentals. Li htin Recognizing the rural quality of life and the effect the night sky has on the community, the City is considering an ordinance that would regulate and define light levels throughout the community, in all zoning districts. The Planning Commission invites public comment at its workshop on 3 February, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Orono City Hall. A draft of an ordinance is available for review at City Hall or on the City's website, www.ci.orono.mn.us/ Public Notices, or by contacting Community Development Director Jeremy Barnhart at 952-249-4626 or jbarnhart@ci.orono.mn.us Short-Term Rentals The use of Orono properties for short term (sometimes known as vacation rentals) has increased with the expanded use of websites such as VRBO.com, AirBnB.com, and Homeaway.com. Short-Term Rentals may negatively impact some neighborhoods because these users may not have the same interest in the welfare of the neighborhood as more permanent residents. The City is considering an ordinance to regulate these uses, either prohibiting short term rentals, or establishing standards for the protection of the renter, neighborhood, and community at large. The Planning Commission invites public comment at its workshop on 3 February, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Orono City Hall. A draft of an ordinance is available for review at City Hall or on the City's website, www.ci.orono.mn.us/ Public Notices, or by contacting Community Development Director Jeremy Barnhart at 952-249-4626 or jbarnhart@ci.orono.mn.us ��0 C ITY OF ORONO � � Street Address: Mailing Address: Telephone(952)249-4600 y�, � 2750 Kelley Parkway P.O. Box 66 Fax (952)249-4616 !q �L Orono, MN 55356 Crystal Bay, MN 55323 www.ci.orono.mn.us kFSHo� Pro wner Street City, State Zip RE: Rental Address Dear Property Owner The use of Orono properties for short term (sometimes known as vacation rentals) has increased with the expanded use of websites such as VRBO.com,AirBnB.com, and Homeaway.com. Short-Term Rentals may negatively impact some neighborhoods because users may not have the same interest in the welfare of the neighborhood as more permanent residents. The City is considering an ordinance to regulate these uses, either prohibiting short term rentals, or by establishing standards for the protection of the renter, neighborhood, and community at large. The Planning Commission invites public comment at its workshop on 3 February, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Orono City Hall. A draft of an ordinance is available for review at City Hall or on the City's website, www.ci.orono.mn.us/ Public Notices, or by contacting Community Development Director Jeremy Barnhart at 952-249-4626 or jbarnhart@ci.orono.mn.us. We'd like to hear from you, either at the meeting, in writing or by phone call. Thank you, Jeremy Barnhart Community Development Director, City of Orono AFFIDAVIT OF �'�JBLICATION City of Orona City of Orono By: Planning Commission STATE OF MINNESOTA ) (Official Publication) Jeremy Barnhart, COLJNTYOFCARVER ss CITYOFORONO CommunityDevelopmentDirector 2750 Kelley Parkway, To be published in The Laker& � P.O.Box 66 The Pioneer Newspapers on Janu- C�?irlen� Vrsld being duly sworn on an oath, Crystal eay,MN 55323 ary 2,2016. states or aflirms that he/she is the Publisher's Phone(952)249-4600 Posted at:orono Ciry Offices Fax(952)249-4616 Crystal eay Post Office Designated Agent of the newspaper(S)known The Orono Planning Commission Long Lake Post Office as: wili hold a public hearing in the Oro- Navarre Post Office no Council Chambers at 2780 Kel- The Lakei,The PiOneeC �ey Parkway on TUESDAY,January 493068 01/02/16 19,2016,beginning at 6:30 p.m.o� Orono Planning Comm PHN 1/19 the matter of reviewing the following with the known of�ice of issue being located land use applicatio�s and vacation in the county of: requests: CARVER 15-3759 City of Orono Amend City Code regarding short-teRn va- with additional circulation in the counties of: cation renta�regulations. HENNEPIN 15-3784 City of Orono text and has full knowledge of the facts stated amendment regarding lighting regu- below: lations. 16-3798 Michael$Holly Rucini- (A)The newspaper has complied with all of ski,sias North shore ori�e,request the iequiiements COnStituting qualifiCa- setback vanances in order to con- lion as a qualified newspaper as provided struct a new detached garage with by Minn. St3t. §331A.p2. a modified roofline streetward of the principal structure, in the same (B)This Public Notice was printed and pub- footprirrt as the existing detached lished in said newspaper(s) once each garage wcek, for 2 successive week(s); the first �s-37ss Integriry Remodeling insertion being on 0]/02/2016 and the last and Design Group on behalf of Matt 8 Jamie Hanson, 2060 Spates Av- insertion being on Ol/02/2016. e�ue,requests fronUstreet and side setback variances in order to con- MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICES struct a covered open poroh on an Pursuant to Minnesota Stat. 580.033 existing nonconforming building. � 16-3800 Whitney & Elizabeth relating to the publication of mortgage MacMillan, 15so Fox street, and foredosure notices: The newspaper complies Conley & Carol Brooks, 16ao Fox with the conditions described in §580.033, Street, request vacation of perim- eter drainage and utility easements subd. 1, clause (]) or (2). If the newspaper's in conjunction with a lot line rear- known office or issue is located in a county rangement between the two proper- adjoining the county where the mortgaged ties. premises or some part of the mortgaged �6-3801 Carl&Caren 8org,3at4 Livingston Avenue, LR-1 C zoning premises described in the notice are located, district request setback vanances a Substantial portion of the newspaper's in order to permit construction of a circulalion is in the latter county. detached garage streetward of the principal structure, and 25' from Livingston Avenue and 15' fmm ` � Shadywood Road.A variance to al- �j��►�,L�, �/O bw a setback less than 10'between �y� the home and the detached garage Designated Agent is also requested. 16-3802 TCO Design, 2380 Subscribcd and sworn to or a(lirmed before Shadywood Road, requests rezon- mc on Ol/02/2016 by Charlcne Vold. ing approval to change from B-5 Limited Neighborhood District to B-4 Office/Professional District as well as a conditional use permit to ^ n � ��` n . — operate an assisted living facility. \ /.•.. V n �_ 16-3803 Stonewood LLC on y �b6L�yt i�6i�1,�` behalf of Tashitaa Tufaa, 1830 Notary Public Shoreline Drive, requests approval of a side street setback variance,a fence height variance, an average vwvvvvv�,,,�„ lakeshore setback variance for a y�`�t��ry£�AR1EN�MARIE MACPHERSON� retaining wall,and a conditional use permit to permit earthwork activi- _ Notary Publie-AAlnnesota ties in excess of 50o cubic yards on ;p�'� My Commisslon Expires Jen 31,2019 the property in conjunction with the construction of a new residence. All persons wishing to be heard are encouraged to attend these meetings.This is not a final agenda and is subject to change prior to the hearings.Written comments are accepted and should be submitted to the City of Orono by January 12, Rate Inlormation: 2016 if possible. Interested persons (I)Lowest classified rate paid by commercial users may review the applications and for comparable space: P�Posed ordinance language at $15.00 per column inch City offices or by visiting the City's Website at www.ci.orono.mn.us. For an appointment, please call Ad I D 493068 (ss2)2as-as2o. MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday,November 16,2015 6:30 o'clock p.m. 6. #15-3795 SOUTHVIEW DESIGN ON BEHALF OF ROBERT AND BETH SCHNELL 1130 � CRYSTAL BAY ROAD SOUTH,VARIANCES,7:46 P.M.—8:22 P.M. (cont' ) Landgraver asked if there is a 10-foot setback requirement from the house. Curtis stated there is. � / Landgraver asked if the City has granted variances to that,� � . � Curtis stated the City typically has not due to�e�y re�sons. � Thiesse stated the 75-foot lakeshore se�ack line is preriy sacred to the City and that he would encourage the applicants to do whatever y can to stay out of that area. i McGrann asked if applicants would still need to come back for other variat�es even if they stayed out of the 75-foo rea. Curtis i 'cated they would due to the location of the average lakeshore setback. andgraver moved, Schoenzeit seconded,to table Application No. 15-3795,Southview Des� on behalf of Robert and Beth Schnell, 1130 Old Crystal Bay Road South. VOTE: Ayes 6,Nays 0�� 7. #15-3759 CITY OF ORONO TEXT AMENDMENT REGARDING VACATION RENTALS,8:22 P.M.—8:45 P.M. Barnhart stated the City has received some complaints regarding the use of properties for short-term rentals. This use appears to have been growing over the past several years, in part due to the proliferation of different websites where travelers can search for homes based on local amenities, including Lake Minnetonka. Concerns identified with the rental of rooms or houses in residential areas include absentee owners, loud parties,traffic, parking, overcrowding and safety of renters. The City currently does not have a rental ordinance, which would be a mechanism to inspect property annually to verify life safety requirements of the building code are met. Therefore,the safety of vacationers in private homes is not verifiable. Barnhart stated the first draft is intended to initiate discussion of the issues and possible solutions. Staff suggests regulating this issue through a business licensing process,where a license is required annually. The Planning Commission is asked to review the ordinance and identify other concerns not addressed. The draft ordinance does not regulate rental of a home for a year but anything under 30 days. The City can either allow it as a business license or regulate it so that it is not permissible if the rental is less than 30 days. Barnhart stated based on Planning Commission direction, Staff will prepare appropriate changes to be reviewed in either January or February. Schoenzeit asked if the tenants could be prosecuted through the nuisance ordinance. Page 20 of 29 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday,November 16,2015 6:30 o'clock p.m. 7. #15-3759 CITY OF ORONO TEXT AMENDMENT REGARDING VACATION RENTALS,8:22 P.M.—8:45 P.M. (continued) Barnhart stated they can be treated as a nuisance or the noise ordinance but the challenge is that the City does not know whose homes are being rented. Schoenzeit asked if the City has received a high volume of complaints. Barnhart stated it is not a high volume but that the City has received more than two complaints regarding this issue. Barnhart stated the City either do nothing, handle it through their nuisance ordinance, or adopt an ordinance addressing this situation. Earlier this year the City did send out a letter to the property owners that were advertising on these various websites and did not receive any complaints after that. McGrann stated he is questioning the legality of it. McGrann asked whether the City can legally tell the residents that they cannot rent their house out. Barnhart stated this is early in the process and that other counties have a similar ordinance to what is being proposed. Barnhart stated he does not want to regulate the normal rental of homes but that there seems to be a growing need to at least discuss it in terms of regulating this type of industry. McGrann asked if people can switch residences for a week,which is considered more bartering. McGrann stated the City might want to consider addressing that as well as well as the situation where someone rents their house out for a photo shoot or a birthday party. McGrann stated the City might want to clarify what occupancy means. Barnhart stated wedding parties and such would not be permitted under the ordinance. Barnhart stated one side is to simply prohibit any renting for less than 30 days and the other side would be to issue a business rental license,which would talk specifically about prohibiting weddings and things of that nature. Barnhart stated the City should be very cautious whenever they enact a new ordinance since not all the ramifications are understood. The ordinance would add another layer of staff or government involvement in someone's property, which is something the Planning Commission needs to understand as they move forward. Landgraver noted the IRS identifies a rental property as anything more than 14 days during the calendar year. Landgraver stated the City may want to consider restricting it to 14 days rather than the 30 days. McGrann stated to his understanding the IRS says someone can rent their house taa�free for fewer than 15 days and that they do not say they have to be rented for 14 straight days. McGrann stated they could be rented one day at a time. Barnhart stated to his belief the majority of the ordinances were centered on the IRS rules. Leskinen stated the City needs to explore any and all unintended consequences. Leskinen stated given how this industry seems to be growing with the sharing of residences,the business license might be a valid approach, but that is going to involve more Staff time and more layers of government oversight. Page 21 of 29 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday,November 16,2015 6:30 o'clock p.m. 7. #15-3759 CITY OF ORONO TEXT AMENDMENT REGARDING VACATION RENTALS,8:22 P.M.—8:45 P.M. (continued) Landgraver stated the first approach should be to identify these types of properties and then an enforcement took is needed if there are complaints. Landgraver stated when something is considered a nuisance,the City has some type of procedure to handle it, which is getting to the spirit of this ardinance. Schoenzeit stated the first complaint could be one strike against the property owner and that they could be given three strikes. Schoenzeit stated he has a problem with the government telling people what they can do with their property, especially if the City has no complaints about the tenants. McGrann stated someone could complain every single time regardless of the tenant and it would be difficult for the City to determine whether it is a legitimate complaint. McGrann stated the City should be trying to stop those that are causing nuisances rather than the whole trend. Schwingler stated if the City has received only two complaints, it might not be necessary to do anything. Barnhart noted the City received two complaints on a specific property and neither involved vacation rentals. Schoenzeit stated perhaps there needs to be a threshold for complaints in the City. Schoenzeit stated affecting property rights for well-behaved properties is a big no-no. McGrann stated he can imagine a situation where there is someone new every night or every weekend. Schwingler noted currently it is not an issue. Barnhart noted the City Council requested the Planning Commission discuss this and that the Planning Commission can either move forward with the ordinance or they can table it. Barnhart stated he would like to have a public hearing with the people who have been identified as vacation renters before Staff supports a recommendation for an actual ordinance. Barnhart stated noise complaints can be addressed through the noise ordinance. Landgraver indicated he is in favor of tabling it. McGrann stated he would not dismiss it totally but that the City needs to determine how to address it. Leskinen stated this might be an issue that would be worthy of having a work session in order to discuss it more thoroughly. Leskinen stated in her view it needs to be looked at cautiously because the potential for unintended consequences is high. Schoenzeit stated there should be some level of complaints to warrant being on the agenda. Barnhart stated the Council directed Staff to look at regulating the issue, and if the City adopts an ordinance that requires a business license, that would be one way of dealing with it. Schoenzeit stated the City has a long history saying that if it is not an active topic, leave it as is. Chair Leskinen opened the public hearing at 8:36 p.m. Page 22 of 29 � MINUTES OF THE � ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday,November 16,2015 6:30 o'clock p.m. 7. #15-3759 CITY OF ORONO TEXT AMENDMENT REGARDING VACATION RENTALS,8:22 P.M.—8:45 P.M. (continued) There were no public comments regarding this application. Chair Leskinen closed the public hearing at 8:36 p.m. Thiesse stated the list of items is fairly comprehensive. Leskinen commented she would like the opportunity to discuss each of the items and then determine how to proceed. Thiesse stated there are probably ways to get around each of them. Thiesse asked if the City would be able to revoke a license very quickly. Barnhart stated the City would not be creating a new procedure but simply adding a new license. Thiesse stated he also wants to protect the neighbor next door who might be finding out that nothing can be done about it. Schoenzeit stated if someone is causing a nuisance that should be dealt with that way. Schoenzeit noted a lot of the discussion has centered on it being a nuisance and that the City may have the code already in place to deal with something like this. Leskinen stated the one advantage to a business license is that the City becomes aware of a property that is being rented out and puts the homeowner on notice that there are certain responsibilities he needs to uphold. Leskinen stated some other cities have some very comprehensive and far-reaching rental policies that are far beyond what the City is looking at. Gaffron noted the City has a recreational/season district that has very limited accessibility. Gaffron stated the first time he heard about a vacation rental issue was probably five or six years ago with renting properties on Big Island. Gaffron stated the City has to think about what the impacts are of limited accessibility and the fact that it is a seasonal use with seasonal facilities. Gaffron stated those are properties that have a septic system that was intended for family type use on an occasional weekend and that there are lots of things that go along with Big Island that might not be found elsewhere in the City. Leskinen stated she would like to get some different feedback on different properties in Orono and then look at the issues very carefully so the City can avoid as many unintended consequences as possible. Landgraver commented he would like to get the perspective of some of the people who are renting their homes out for limited periods of time. Barnhart indicated he can send letters to the property owners he is aware of to see whether a more robust public hearing can occur. Schoenzeit moved,McGrann seconded,to table Application No. 15-3759,Text Amendment, vacation rentals. 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"We had the best time at the cabin on Big Island. It was so peaceful, relaxing and secluded.However,you could take a quick boat ride and go shopping and stop for lunch or dinner,best of both worldsl It was a little chilly but it was wonderful curling up with a blanke[and a book or a having a glass of wine while playing a couple games of Sorry!I We are recent empty nesters so was a wonderful time just being together.We had so much fun we booked for next year tool Thanks so much]ody we couldn't have asked for more!" Guest:Jackie Date of Stay: September 2014 Review Submitted: September 21, 2014 View listing(http://www.vrbo.com/137071#reviews) Steve's house "The rental was very clean and updated.We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend the house to everyone." 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Bonfire pit and great deck to entertain with direct views of the lake. King bed in master, Travel with eonfidenee Queen in second room and bunks for 3 in third bedroom. Pullout couch in family room. Home has numerous lake views and perfect for summer sunsets with the west facing view. Lake minnetonka is Guaranteed,secure.with 14,000 square foot lake known for great water sports,fishing and swimming with numerous bars and no booking fees restaurants. Home is within blocks of the largest trailsystem Luce line which is great for Leam how te pay safely biking,running, rollerblading. Home is close to grocery stores, restaurants,golf courses, and Feedback http://www.vrbo.com/51 l 816 7/2/2015 Channing Cottage on Lake Minnetonka's North... - VRBO Page 1 of 10 O��er�ie�� J��x;s Rafe< , ��I �F3E{�l_3E$�oto� �3i�ok It � UI 1✓ . . 6$ � i �.y 'JVIt fi'1GC - f THE LEADWp LUXU�` �� ` �2$-PAGE „�, � ,cd Pnce HOME EXCHANGE �".�,�'.�_-�y _ � BOOK �.i�c tu my favoritcs l o(�� (/`I q (il l�1[J�l. 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An updated kitchen would meet the demands of any chef with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and lots of cabinet space. A cozy eat-in area is just off of the kitchen for optimal convenience.There are two great bedrooms on the main level with views of the lake, neutral decor, and sizeable closet space. Enjoy the great outdoors, barbecues and more on your private patio facing the lake. Mature trees and custom landscaping encompass this home creating an inviting ambiance you are sure to love.l This is lake living at its finestl Feedback http://www.vrbo.com/460106 7/2/20 l 5 Beautiful Lake Minnetonka Cottage - re-build... - VRBO Page 1 of 9 � � � , � �, � � r �°]` ��µ -pppd ' '��,�`� ' � � € ! 4 ; '� fik�tiSrf�t b`w�,1�.� t t �F�gf�h��, Jl�!��'�� :��.�:�` �i �.. 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Home offers high end AV system with totai house SONOS sound system, HD Home Theatre with 100' Black Diamond Screen, SS LED Rat Screen,Apple TV, Directv, Blue Ray etc. Home office with high speed hook up and whole house wireless. Keywords: Lake Front, East, West, Dock, Boat House, Shoreline, Wakeboard,Waterski, Private, Lake Home, Wayzata, Orono, Luxury, Custom, New Feedback http://www.vrbo.com/367863 7/2/2015 �. � Eagan considers short-ternl house rentals through sites like Airbnb Cities ha��e taken dilierent appro��ches t� regulating the practice i» residential areas. I3�Todd Nclson ',I•-, _.._, .. __ .0 An Eagan couplc�s desire to rent thcir basement to gucsts through online lodging seivicc nirbnb has riled neighbors and prompted a discussion of whcther the city should allow such short-tenn rentals. Homeowners'Tyson and Stcphanie Bramer began renting the walkout basement of their Pinccr�t Court house,which overlooks Fish Lake,last 1all.But they stoppcd in November.afier learning that the cit}�docsn't allow short-tenn rentals—considereci a commcrcial usc like a hotel or motel in residential areas. When the couple's auorne}�appeared belore the I�agan City Council recentiv to ask lor a special permit to continue"home sharing." neighbors countered with a pctition in opposition and council mcmbers said they neeclecl inore time to wnsider the issue. "7�his changes the fundamental character of[a single-famil��]ncighborhood because}�ou've got a steady stream of peoplc coming in that you don't kno��_"Council Member Paul l3akken said."If it was my ncighborhood.1�vouldn't like it.'� In rentin�out part of their home,the Bramers joincd hundruls of othcr Twin Cities homeowners,including others in Eagan,who use websites including the popular Airbnb platt�nm to market thcir homes to mavelers.The site has hundreds of Twin Cities listings,among morc than 800,000 worldwide. Soine Minnesota cities,including Stillwater and New Prague,allo�v homeowners to operatc bed-and-breakfast lodging in single-fainily residential areas,according to Eagan city planners. E3ut Lakeville approved liinits on residential boarding in 2014 in responsc to some residents'complaints about shori-tcnn rentals. Bumsvillc plans to revise its code to make cicar that its prohibition on motels in residential arcas includes bed-and-breakfasts or short- term rentals,a spokesman said. Test case? The Bramers have askul the Eagan City Council to approve an interim-use pennit that would allow them to host short-tern�rentals in their home for three years or until the city modifiics its code to allo�n�such lodging in residential areas. Stephanie Bramcr told planning commission members in April that their homc��ould bc"the bcst possible test c�se to help guide Eagan as it dcvelops spccific rcgulations on home sha��ing.'� "It is obvious that our activities and those of our guests��ill be closel��monitored by our neighbors and any problems will bc immcdiatel�°reported to the cit��."she said. . �� ♦ l�hc permit c��uld hc rc�icw�cxi annuall}�and c<�mc��ith,i numbcr of rcyuir�mcnts_indudin�t�pro��ision,tha[onc humc��ncr bc prc.rnt o��emight while a shoit-tenn renter is staying at thc house and that renters park their cars in the driveN�ay.Bramer said she believed thc conditions�vould adequatcl��address neighbors'concems. Fifteen of the 16 other homeowneis on the cul-de-sac where the Bramers live,however,havc signed a petition opposing the bid to resume short-term rentals.Neighbors�concerns included the effect of a shoi�t-tenn rental properry on their property values,ext�-a traffic on�i cul-de-sac and wariness of strangers coming and going. "'l�hcir dccision last fall to prepa�-e for and operate a bed-and-brc�ktast in thcir homc��ithout the cit��s appro��al can scrve as a test case.�� Robcrl Rai1h.a ncighbor.told council members.''I�he��dcmonstrated�vhat a negative impact this operation can have on neighbors and ho�i ditticult this mac bc lix a cit��lo c��ntroL�� Futurc dccisi�m �9av�u��1ike A'laguire,,iid thc city nccdcd morc time 1��a�nsider the issues thut allo��ing>hurt-tcrm rentals in residcntial areas raised. Thc council will discuss short-tenn rcntals at a workshop in August and consider thc l3ramer�s reyuest f��r an interim-usc pe��nit in September. `"I�here is a sharing econom�°that is emerging... tind it puts regulation in a gray area��Maguire said."I�m not sure it�s going to go away as a U�cnd." The Bramers told city statf that Chey rec;eivul their first booking less than 24 hours after listing their homc on Airbnb and had since had more than 20 resen�ation5."\�'c��crc>urpri,c�1 to scc h�� mam p�ople��anted to stay�vith us.��T��son Bramer said. Besides tidditional incume,��hich Brama said thc couple had in��esteel in impro��in�and equipping their basc�nent for futurc renters,he said they had enjoyed social benetits froin playing host to peoplc of different backgrow�ds.Thcy also refer rentc�s to local restaurants and the Twin Cities Premium Outlets mall. 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ILANA PANICH-Li�'SMAN FOR THE NEN'YORK TIMES OCTOBER q,2oi5 Your nnoney AUSTIN, TEX. — The houses are often among the nicest on the block, �y Ruti �iEeE� OT at IeaSt tlle U1ggeSt. 7'112�" rilc`l�'U2 rie\�'COriStT'UCtlOri �NI12Te a S111a11eT structure once stood, or an extensivelv renovated home ��th cheei�- paint in sllades of y�ello��or blue. http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/10/10/your-money/new-worry-for-home-buyers-a-party-... 10/12/2015 New Worry for Home Buyers: A Party House Next Door - NYTimes.com Page 2 of 8 � But then t11e telltale sigils appear, including an electronic toucll pad on the door that malces it eas�-for people to get in��ithout a ke��. The ads on HomeA��ay or Airbnb eventuall��confirm it: A part��house has come to the neighborhood. Solne neighbors have��-armed ii71•ecent years to travelers dragging suitcases through their residential neighborhoods, and the}�are happ��t11at the��isitors spread their money around. But��hen profit-seel:ing entrepreneurs furnis111�oines the�r do not li��e in to make them attracti��e to big groups and then ient out those houses as much as possible, pai-ties and noise are nearly inevitable. And so it goes here in Austin, �vhere a ��.,rouU of eni•aged and occasionally sleepless residents ha��e taken their complaints to the cit5�. Austin made rules in 2oi2 that ��-ere meant to keep short-teim rentals under control, but the neighbors argue that man�� of tl�e rules are Linenforceable. ..,.,9, , s, .. � _ _ . _,�.. �,�� ,�.,. , , �-�- �u � ��• . � �,�;�� : �, a � ,,��,. ...,., r:. ., . $ �. .«.�,��,,F . �; � � �� , � � � „�.. � _,F�.��`�n �`.; � { , ��fi� � _ � �+ ,�� ; N4, ��.. � �� h, ��'. '...�.. . . ........,r..R.. , ,r:...-- ��•� ri... r , . � .: .,Yb.rai. j�... ��..: � 1..,, � - .ar., .`� „ W�� '� � � .�7 .. ., ��, .�,:. _ .,� n`R � . { 5 M r �� .. ' . � . ^ e ..'. .:�s' �Ye� , r� ^. n ` � � �` �kr .. `t4y.-:: ,�r . � ��. . ... ii'..-'.. � _.. _ _ . ... . _ _ .,_... . _ . .,.- �_i.!�IU . , r .:'.',\E'�G� �i��liJ_ �i�n�v%\f'{�h��CN-L�n�.Sn�P.h�F()ft �I�E ��,. i':)n��.��,I�.�;L This ��eek, I rented one of the most notorious Uai•t�� houses in Austin and in��ited some of the neighbors over for a chat to ask a fe��questions. Where do the rights of propei�ty o��ners to rent out theii• homes end, and ��here do those of quiet-lo�-ing neighbors begin? Do all home shoppers no�n�need to be on the lookout for nearbv http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/10/10/your-money/new-worry-for-home-buyers-a-party-... 10/12/2015 New Worry for Home Buyers: A Party House Next Door -NYTimes.com Page 3 of 8 � problem properties?And if so, ��11at might happen to home values ��hen re��elers can bunlc up next door on an�- gieen night? These ai�e not ne��questions. In resort areas in particular, people have been renting out investment properties for ages. What's ne��is how easy it has beconze for people to inalce money by listing roonis oi• homes and for�-isitors to save money by sta�-ing there. Tliis is particularl��true in good-time destinations lilce Austin, Nashville, Ne�� Orleans and other biggei• cities. When Austin tried to bring some oi�der to the proceedings three years ago, it liinited the nuinber of unrelated people��ho could stay in one place at one time to six. (It also capped tl�e number of cei•tain listings in man�-neighborhoods, albeit ��-ith a ]oophole tlzat has allo�ved man�� unregistered properties to 11it tl�e market.) Nevertheless, listings began appearing all over the cit�� advertising beds for lo or 15 people, oi�more. Austin has become a uopular bache]or ��art�� destination, and the ��eUsii.e Tl�i•illist. drsci��bed une Aii•bnb lisiin� as "the perfect place to bed do��n for a bonkers bacheloi• party, as it's a short bike ride from doti-nto��i,just the right blend of�n�eird &huge, and not at all unaccustomed to ro��dy entertainment." ,- , �- « . �� , �,� . _ 3v_ �.., "� ,� ..� ' �° �. , � �, �� , ,.,,r.,..,.�.,._ ��1 .. � 1 � �� : .� ` � � � : f� �� ... . .:� ,� A�i: � � . � ,. a�X—i��` r j f \ S. �� r �.. ........._._ ' ��. � � �, � � � ..._ _. ..-.. { � � z ,;^�„ �, .�.�. ya� '� �, . �� 1� ��`k � �' a� �x,,� '+" ,�`_ �„' '�. Y y yqy : F, ' �' � �.� r .W _ � . .�,�y�� L�.�'I'�H �4 „ . �H . � �+ � ,q . �� ' ': ...._-�-�----` - �a �r� �� "�� °�, �. S tl.�"R'"i{##�a� . L t � } � lil�,,+;.. - � * f ; �, xs�[ `� �� y..�'�.��' Y�+ � 7 a`,�•,.,. _ '�'�. k �Y,�. �i� � ^��F A'r 3".. . � RP��: .q�., �.�.�: .. . n . . 4. . .n�A .�W�. . . . .. .. . . . _ . I 11� "�I ' . .. . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . IL4(VAPA�vICI L�v�,�-; I. � ,, f'�'� l,�'.I � http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/10/10/your-money/new-worry-for-home-buyers-a-party-... 10/12/2015 New Worry for Home Buyers: A Party House Next Door - NYTimes.com Page 4 of 8 � Einin}%Jodoin lives next door to that house ��ith l�er family. "It is loud, and there is li��e music and lcaraolce stuff, and it's all done outside because of the pool," she said. "The��'re out in front at 4 in tl�e afternoon��aiting for their Uber to come, drunk on the front lawn." Homeo��ners had otl�er complaints about guests, including trash bins overflo�n�ng ��ith beer cans, public urination, catcalling, foul language, racist remarl:s, companies t11ro��ing e��ents and tl�e appearance of a rainbo��--co�ored ��ainted ��on�-. "Sometimes, ��-hen they are outside, the}�'re pla��ing beer pong just wearing theii undei��ear," said Hazel Oldt, age ii, ��ho can see thenl next door from the third- floor rooftop garden of l�ei•house. Man�- of the coinplaints result��hen there are�vell o��er six people staying at these houses. So ho��r do o��ers get a��ay��ith renting to more people than cit��rules allo��? "Determining ho��many are occup��ing��ersus just��isiting is almost impossible," Carl Smart, �n�ho is the dii•ector of Austin's code departinent, said, cllucl�ling as he did so. What was so funn}�? Had some of the guests been coached to say that they��ere related? "I think so," he said. "There is no �n�ay for us to disprove or to pro��e it We could ask them to, but they doi�'t l�ave to, so��e have to take their��rord for it." KVUE, a local television station, ta�=ed alo»��ith code enforcement officers ��ho heard from guests at one house that there ��ere tiiplets inside and that someone else��ras related to a fifth guest by marriage. http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/10/10/your-money/new-worry-for-home-buyers-a-party-... 10/12/2015 New Worry for Home Buyers: A Party House Next Door -NYTimes.com Page 5 of 8 � M�5 � � _ � �.-.��- ,� ,� �� ' �� 1 �� s � > � ; � f, ,. �, , �n ; _., ,. --� - i ,� :� �,� � T ��4 � !rt`�'S �� -- .. � _ `' �: � 4 V � ra ., � 1 � � �'� � r �, s� l � B '',Fa. ~ . \ — "t � s,�s�'�'st^ �• ..�, �;y' ' _. a ? � � _� '.�1�,.f " ' �� . �_�,,,..,,_,_,-- - . . � .X" Y R.� ~' :�.. �•�t'' �� _` i ��n. . � e :n3 Y' ��. .:; I ��Fi.�r,° ✓ �c� ".. � . � �.. . r v .., �,.,.,.2. �fi• i . ..�_.�K. WF � .. ".i � . `' � .. t " � � `�. ..4'"ty ��#�r ..�r.-� �� g µ,kt a ar � `�� _ � �, . . '�ta� �'y�^+{: e � �pp�-. J'S'_. �T � �'� � � r "�+ � :� ;„ �'�b' � u9` , "�` �"7� ,1'' # � r..,� , �� '� �� . w _ . . � �:� � �. ,z , , ',� t ,.�,� , ,„� �,� � ��i� � r,, �� h , ,� �. �, � � ��i �V ` ��yyry� � i�= K ,_, ti. , Wks t „ , ` ��.�� .. . s,� �� ,;.!Y^�'S WE; ��d j�4� `k' .' ,� _,�� F �� "� i f �. . .:.,+� / �k..n^�k� 0.c A., � v tr:fr�.,.. . .... ". ,.�Meili� a � Jc,si �. .� , i�.�r� �� .. ! .,,. . i,� ,._ �: �i _i�,�n-tei r �� _. ,,.�: ;��r�� , i , �_;�_,�_I�.�rid ��o�erties. :�`�.`�A PANICM—LINS�4AN FOR THF NE1N YORI<TIMES '1'he neighbors�n�ould prefer that the cit}�simpl�� cap guests at six people — or, hetter}�et, stop allo��ing ��hat they describe as i•ogue hotels to operate in residentia] �leighboi•hoods. (They have no problem ��th people renting out their entire homes occasionall}� or renting rooms more frequently, �vhile the o��rners themselves are in �•esidence.) :�t HomeA��-ay, �vhich is based in Austin and also o��s Vrbo.com, executives did not��Tant a ban and said that renting out one's home on a short-tei�m Uasis��as a fundamental right. Nor do they think that it is a commercial acti��ity. "It's a i�esidential use of the propert��," said Matt Curtis, who runs its go��ernmental relations efforts. "It's no more a business than someone renting it out long-term ��-ould be a business." 1?�-en if no one, in this instance, is doing any actual residing? HomeAway's contention is that the��isitors coming for the weekend are the residents in this context. '�1r. Cui�tis questioned ho�v��despread the proUlem ��-as. Airbnb pro��ided some statistics about its customers, noting that from Oct. 1, 2014, to Oct. 1 this��ear, 8� }�crc��nt �>f�tri��s t<�Austin im-��l��ec� fo��i• o�•fc��er ��co��lc ��nd �� l��rcc nt im t�l�c�d http://mobile.nytimes.co�n/2015/10/10/your-mone}�/ne��-wori-y-for-l7ome-buyers-a-party-... 10/12/2015 New Woriy for Home Buyers: A Party House Next Door - NYTimes.com Page 6 of 8 � eight or fe��-er. 1'l�e a�-erage age of Airbnb guests in Austin is 36. According to the research compan��Airdna, of the 1,414 Airbnb listings in Austin as of Aug. 3i ��ith three or more bedi�ooms, 33 offer lodging for four or more people per bedrooln ��l�ile 61g sleep o�-cr t��-o pci� bedroo�l�. .�il�l�nl� r�i�f��l�� •� ]it�lliil�� 1or nc:ighbors ha�-ing problems ��-ith hosts a�1��her� it operates and is building tools that�h�ill tr��to recognize parties before they�1lappen, say�nrhen someone books a ]arge house and that listing is immediatel��ie�ved bv �l1an�� other site visitors. Since October 2012, Austin has recei��ed 266 complaints about the t��pe of registered properties where the l�omeo�vner is generall��not present. T�n�entv percent of the properties ha��e at]east one complaint, ��-ith an average of 2.4 coinplaints among those. Seeenteen percent of the coinplaints ��ere about over- occupanc5�. Tl�e house ��here I staved has recei��ed �5 complaints, and the city has suspended its license once. The ��alls have "Dumb and Dumber" and"Anchorman" mo��ie posters, and the three bedrooms are full of bunk beds and futons. "Our neighbors understand tl�at your group is here to ha��e a good time," the listing says. 13ut not too good a time. Each door to the outside has a framed cop��of Austin's noise ordinance nearb��, and Jason Martin, a liinited partner��ith partial o�vnership in the propert��, sends an extensi��e list of house rules to guests urging t11em not to disturb the neighbors. "It is extremely professionally run," l�e said. "Any��ord of a bachelor part��or fraternities is an immediate no-go." In fact, house parties and "organized social e��ents" ai�e not allo�ved on the premises, a rule I thought I was not breaking��rhen I in��ited the neighbors ovei. There's another rule noting that "all persons entering the premises are counted as chargeable guests." I should ha�-e reread the rules and reviewed my original communications ��ith Mr. Martin once I decided to hold t11e gatllering in the days aftcr I made the bool:ir�g. Tliose ��isitors ��ere especiall�- concerned abot�t their pi•opert� ��liies. For man�- of thenl, their hoines are their largest asset Jessie Neufeld, ��ho bought her home right before the local rules changed in zolz and no�n�has a 2-year-old child, put it most bluntl��. "We did not bu��our house to be li��ing next to a hotel," she said. "Would��ou buy a home if�-ou kne��a hotel like this ��as operating next door, if you �canted to set vour life up and raise a falnil��?" http://nlobile.nytimes.coi��/2015/10/10/your-money/new-worry-for-home-buyers-a-party-... 10/12/2015 New Worry for Home Buyers: A Party House Next Door -NYTimes.com Page 7 of 8 � 1 put the question to fi��o real estate pi•ofessionals�n�hose names I sa��- on foi•-sale signs for homes that ��ere next to or close to some of the party l�ouses. V��ere the properties going to sell for less bec�use of the problen� properties nearby, and did thev have a dut�-to disclose these 1louses to any and all buvers? Katie Briglnon of Dash RealtS�did not�vant to ans��er man�- questions about hcr lisiin�, a house that is �Ter�- close to one probleln pi•opert��, and m��call to her quicl:l�� vent dead. Jeff Grant from Saddle Realt��said that he wasn't a��are of the short-term rental se��eral l�omes do�n�n fram the house he's ir�•in�to se]1 on Hidalgo Street. "But m�� philosoph��has al��ays been disclose, disclose, disclose," he said. "I don't tl�inl: it affects propei�ty value in the least" It probably��on't if the bu��er simpl��-ants to i�ent out the home ever��eekend. But ever��other home bu��er ought to be searching Airbnb, Ho�neA��a�� and similar sites for listings that are close to a 11ome that the��'re considering bu��ing. Ms. Neufeld said she i�esented the fact that people inaking a living from renting out homes for the��eekend ha��e put her o�n�n home's ealue at risk. "They- are leveraging our neighborhood for their piofit, telling people to come sta�� in this beautiful place w�llere you��ould like to pretend that you live," she said. "And they are malzing people miserable." Twitter: �ronlieber Make the most of your money. Every Monday get artic%s about retirement, saving for col%ge, investing, new online financial services and much more. Sign up for the Your Money newsletter here. 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"�� Learn More �,: Duluth officials propose new vacation rental rules — but not everyone is happy $haf@ Tweet January�2,2016 By Adam Ure� �. � � � � 5 _. ....� - � .y ,!, ,5 .�z{+ �. . . � �5 .- -+� i � � ! �,:�� ' ' ` � i g� , �» � �� ? � t � ; , ,,., :;: � ; � � o. +q, . � � , �'�� S� �, � _ � � 6 , � ' � .� � I � �t��, � J ' "�� tl;6��r A�,LL � .�,�� F . ;� � . +.�� ;��:. � 5 p V"�! � ��'�� ` �� . � `�' ,'�Y �-��@� � � -�"+✓ .. �{��/r) .. � �� +, � �� _�'"� ��•� /// ,� �ki r., "` .q � 1 f � ,�t �� I ��t�r' y1 �`�:�� r'� 4 ��' ` .. �... �n�o:�r�a s�►��,fl�a There was some push back from Duluth°s home and business owners at a meeting Thursday to talk about new rules on vacation rental properties. The city last summer placed a moratorium on issuina new nermits for all vacation rentals— induding hotels and bed and breakfasts—so o#fiaals could�igure out how to regulate short term rental properties. http://bringmethenews.com/2016/O 1/22/duluth-officials-propose-new-vacation-rental-rules... 1/25/2016 Duluth officials propose new vacation rental rules—but not everyone is happy - BringMe... Page 2 of 11 �Mebsites such as airbn � � �lylgl��m in homeowners renbing out t�eir properties—or even just rooms in their house—to travelers looking for a cheaper altemative to tradi�ional accommodabion. But people who do t�is aren°t regulated by the Cit�l of Duluth, and o#i"icials at Cit�l Hall put fiorvvard several sugges�ions on how to recbifiy t�is—ma�y of which did not go down well with some of those in attendance. , � �. � � � �, ��,�.• iP; I _�i �. Sponsored by �� , Why i� � a good t�rne to be a craR be�er �ranker #tOnly�nMN The Duluth News Tribune and KBJR have between them reported what rules were proposed—and here are t�e main ones: • There wouid be a difference beiween a"`vaca�ion dwelling unit�—where guests stay in separate quarters from the property owner—and �home-share� operabions„ where guests share some�common spaces.� • Vacation dwelling units would require a$650-a-year permit, while a home�share license would cost$200. • There would be a 3-night minimum stay in a vacation dwelling unit(which would indude bed and breakfasts� and a maximum of 21. • Home-�share rooms can be rented out for one night, but renters are limited to a maximum of 30 nights in a year. Needless to say, one bed and breakfast owner was unhappy his business would be treated in the same way as w`vaa�ca�on dwelling units� in having to have a 3-night minimum stay. The Duluth News Tribune reqorts that Ken Aparicio„ of the CotMn Mansion„ says a 3-night minimum would "put us out of business� and quesrioned offiaals" daims they wanted to http://bringmethenews.com/2016/O 1/22/duluth-officials-propose-new-vacation-rental-rules... 1/25/2016 Duluth officials propose new vacation rental rules—but not everyone is happy - BringMe... Page 3 of 11 ��'�a 'e`�i piay�'��'�1R��I��apply to hotels and ��5. KBJR meanwhile renorts t�ose n.inning home�share operations said it would be difficult to make a profit if t�ey°re only able to operate 30 days a year. The TV sta�ion says aty adminisbrators will come up with a solid plan sometime neact month, betore bringing it to the aty counal. Airbnb aarrent�r has 49 nronerties listed�or short-term rent in the Dulut�area. The short-term rental quandary facing cities On short term vaca�ion rental sites, owners offer travelers a nlace to stay for a price that is typically cheaper than a hotel. It°s a method that°s be�.bming popular for travelers around t�e globe. Duluth decided to impose the moratorium because short term rental property owners aren°t lioensed by t�e City� unlike t�e full-�me rental units it regulates and collects tax�s on, FOX 21 rer�orted. The sudden growth in popularity of the sites has caught many ci�ies off guard� with tfie Star Tribune renortina traditional B&B owners are among those who have been encouraging otfiaals to take action to regulate the burgeoning indusbry. The newsnaner renorted last week that t�e City of Bumsville is considering an ordinance banning short-term rentals in private homes, as"`temporary occupancy t�reatens the essenrial character and stability of residential neighborhoods.� _,. -_ _�.:. .x� _. ..�-- _ :._-- � _ _-,- _ s� � __ � Some children like to distance �j themselves from their parents. � Others, like this daughter, do the � ,, � �� opposite. ry � � � Promoted by Gillette i'.� �. http://bringmethenews.com/2016/O 1/22/duluth-officials-propose-new-vacation-rental-rules... 1/25/2016 , � Item No. 6 Electronic Copy �°No To: Ghair Leskinen and Planning Commission Members Jessica Loftus, City Administrator ��, ��C" G t'�x�sxv��' From: Jeremy Barnhart, Communfty Development Director Date: February 16, 2016 Subject: #15-3759,City of Orono, Text Amendment:Vacation Rentals g�/� Public Hearing Applicotion Summary: The rental of private property far vacationers may impact existing neighborhoods due to increases in traffic, noise, and activity during irregular hours. Staff Recommendatiorr: Staff recomrr�ends the Planning Commission review the appropriateness of the ordinance as drafted and forward the result to Council for approval. List of Exhibits Exhibit A. Draft Ordinance regulating vacation rentals Exhibit B. Comparison of Provisions Exhibit C. Letters received Exhibit D. Planning Commission packet dated November Background In their workshop on February 3, 2016,the Planning Commissian heard from seven property owners commenting on the proposed vacation rental ordinance. These seven are among the 12 vacation rentals owners identified by staff after searching through the various vacatian rental websites in December, including AirBnb, Hameaway, VBRO. Most of those comments respected the need for regulations, noting that they are more protective with their own home and property than the city would be, but did not want overly restrictive regulations. They did not support a total ban on vacation rentals. The draft ordinance prepared and reviewed includes provisions for a business license, and 15 criteria. The Planning Commission is aske�to modify the draft o�dinance and forvvard the draft to the City Councii for adoption. Comments received, summarized: Jody Laughlin, 120 Big Island, noted that much of the issues of concern are issues she's experiencing in Cruisers Cove, adjacent to her property, and the response FILE#15-3759 ' 16 Fabruary 201fi Page 2 of 2 by the Sherriff and the City is lacking in effectiveness. Linda Molaski, 1925 Concordia, noted her contracts with renters are stricter than the cities proposed regulations. Jenny Carter, 2780 Shadywood, former inn keeper, rents a room in her house and she is more stringent that the proposed ordinance. Does have a cancern with minimum stays. She wants the City to understand that haw this industry is regulated says a lot about the city. Are people stranger, or merely visitors. She noted the VBRO rates guests, and that information can be used by the renter to determine appropriateness. Don Driggs owns Deering Island. He does not think the provisian that excludes nan-primary residences be included. He noted that much ofthe regulation is already covered by existing laws, and need not be readdressed. Katherine Kitt, 3b35 North Shore drive rents her home, and questioned the number of issues that are triggering this discussion. She noted that her contract is stricter than the ordinance. Janie Heard, 2795 Shadywood Road, requested no changes ta the ordinances already in place, felt they weren't needed Paul Larson was concerned that any changes now couldn't be fully vetted with the snowbird owners away for#he winter. (Letters were sent to praperty owners' addresses listed in Hennepin County Records, including California and Washington requesting comment.) Colledively, those speaking suggested provisions#3, 6, 9, 13, be removed. Exhibit B, Comparison of Provisions is intended to provide commentary regardingthe respond to comments stating that the regarding the code already addresses some of the issues. Items in italics are already addressed in the city code. Exhibit C represents the letters received to date, for and against the proposed ordinance. The Planning Commission is asked to compfete one af the following actions: 1. Recommend approval ofthe ordinance as presented 2. Recommend approval of the ordinance with changes 3. Table action, directing staff to complete specific research. � � PC Exhibit A (2-16-18) ORDINANCE NO._, THIRD SERIES CITY OF ORON(} HENNEPIN C�UNTY, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORONO MLTNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING ART'ICLE IV TO CAAPTER 26 AND AMENDING SECTION 26-31 REGARDING SHORT-TERM RENTAL LICENSING THE CITY COUNCIL OF ORONQ ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 26-31 Definitians of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the follvwing te�: Rent sha11 mean, for the purpose of this definition, leasing, subleasing, lettin�or hirin� occupanc� Short-term rental shall mean the renta.l to a person or�roup of persons a residential unit for a period of less th,an thirtv{30) consecutive calendar days in a zonin�district where residential uses aze allowed. Short-term rental propertv means a parcel of real property and includes the premises upon which a short-term rental unit is located and the bazki.nt�azeas, driveways, landscaping, accessorv structures, fences, wa11s, swimmingznools, hot tubs, and svas. SECTION 2. Article IV.—Short Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-$0—Short term rental licenses (a) Purpose. The use of residential propert�for short term rental has the potential for increased traffic, congesrion on the streets, noise, and disrespectful activitv to the detriment of the nei�hborhood. The CitYof Orono has determined that the (b) Required. It is unlawful for any person to rent their property for a period less than 30 c3ays without first having obtained a Business License as outlined in Article II of this chapter. f Section 26�nara�raphs 31 throu 421 (c) Regulation. No license mav be issued unless all of�e following are complied ��'t-h: ] 1./ The owner shall ensure that the occupants and guests of a short tezm rental unit do v not create unreasonable noise or disturbances en a e in disorderl c nduct or violate pravisions of the City of Orono Code or any State la�,��e' " n to naise, disorderly conduct, overcrowding, the consamption of alcohol, or the use of ille a��s. Owners are expected to take any measu.res necessarv to abate disturbances includin� but not limited to d'uectint�the occupants and �uests of a short term rental unit to cease the disturbin�conduct, removin�the occupant and/ Page 1 of 3 or�uests or taking any other acdon necessary to immediately abate the disturbance. 2. The owner shall ensure that the propertv complv with all applicable codes i Ktl��i M� regardin�re, buildin�, and safetv. 3. Short term rentals may be nermitted at the owner's principal place of residence ,� only. Verification mav include voter ret�istration, or driver's license. _.—J4.� The owner shall provide a twentv-four (24)hour emer ency contact that will be �� available to respond to issues at the short term rental propertv within si� �i'� wuK. minutes to complaints regardin�the condition, operation, or conduct of occuUantS of a rental unit. S. The short-term-rental propertv must have a visible house number easily seen from the street dav or ni�ht. —'f 6 1 The short term rental property shall be used onlv for overni t lod ig�ng �J accommodations. They mav not be used for parties (weddin�, bachelor/ bachelorettel, conferences or sunilar events. 7. All advertisin for the short term rental shall include the City issued license number. �( �8. The primary overnight and da�me occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult ei�hteen,�years of age or older. This adult must provide a telephone number tv the owner and sha11 be accessible to the owner bv telephone at all times. � �i! k�} � The ownez shall require all occupants to agree to a minimum staY of thitc3 consecuti.ve-�ts. �K � 10. The owner shall limit ove� h�pancv in a short-term rental unit to not exceed two 2 persons over the a e�5 per bedroom. 11 Two off street parkin�paces shall be provided at mininmm. The maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rezrtal property shall be limited to the number of available off street parkin� spaces. 12. The owner of a short-term rental propert sy hall provide sufficient trash collection con ' ers d service to meet the demand of the occ ants. 13. The ust be a natural person and not anv type of corporatioa or paxtnership. �" ,;�:��.,��114L11V „c*��r r�,P �oa�*„r�,P r.,,,,,�r�� 14. The City mav conduct an inspection af the short term rental property as deemed necessarv or prudent including without limitation based upon an complaints or violations that occur or prior to a renewal of a permit. wner will be uired to rovide tb.e ci and an �sts-withthe e and te e nt�c�person wfio can be at the property zn 60 minutes. The contact person can be the owner. (d) License period. Licenses shall expire December 31 of each year. SECTION 3. EFF`ECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and publication. ADOPTED this day of ,2416 on a vote of�ayes and_ nays by the City Council of�rono, Minnesota. Page 2 of 3 ATTEST: Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan, Mayor Ordinance published in The Laker and'The Pioneer newspapers the week o.f' 2016. Ond. Lo�rti : �� seQ,�� ,�' q P�'abl,o.,,, 3 � � � Page 3 of 3 PC Exhibit 8 Analysis of provisions � �� - 1. The owner sharr ensure thar the occupants and guests o�a short rerm These requirements are contained throughout the code,the renta!unit do not create unreosonable nofse o�dlsturbances engnge in provision reinforces the responsibility that the property owner disorderly conduct or violnte provisions of the City of Oiono Code or arty has to camply. State Iaw pertoininp io nolse,disorderly conduct overtrowding,the consumption of�lcohol,or the use of illega!drugs. Owners ure expected to take any measures necessary to a6ote disturbances including,but not !lmlted to dfrecting the occupants and guests of a short term�enta!unit to cease Lhe disturbing conduc�removing the occupont and/or guests or taking any other action necessary to immediotely abarte rhe disturbance. 1. The ownersha!!ensure that the property comply wfth all appJicable This provision reinforces the responsibility that the property codes regarding flre,buildln ,and sa ety, owner has to com I with existing city orclinances. 3. Short term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place The intent here is to maintain the true residential character of of residence only.Verification may include voter registratian,or driver's the neighborhood. Renting a principal residence might be license. cansidered simllarto home occupations. Renting of non- primary residences might be considered a commercial use in a residerrtial district. 4. The owner shall provide a twenty-four(24}haur emerge�cy contact This provislon provides authorities more rapid response for out that will be avaflable to respond to issues at the short term rental of town property owners. property within sbcty{50)minutes to complafnts regardingthe condition, operation,or conduct of occu ants af a rental unit. 5. The short-term-renra!property must hove a vrsible house number A building Code pravision,allows for rapid identification of the eosily seen fiom the street day ornight. property for emergency response. 6. The short term renra!property sha!!be used only for overnight Partially addressed in the code. Weddings and other large lodgrng occommodcrtions They moy not be used for parties(wedding traffic generating events requ9re a special event permit. Codes bochelor/bocheloretteJ,corrferences orsimilarevents. do not specifically regulate parties,otherthan under age consumption,noise,and parking on pubfic r'�ghts of wa . 7. All advertising forthe shortterm rental shall include the City issued Provision allows for easier tracking of licensed properties. (icense number. 8. The primary overnight and daytime occupaM of a short term rental Intended to maintain a responsible aduft in each rental contract. unit must be an adult elghteen 18 years of age or older. This adult must provlde a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner by telephone at all times. 9. The owner shall require aA xcupants to agree to a minimum stay of This is intended to prevent nightly,rapid tumover of new three 3 consecutive ni hts. renters. 10. The ownersball lrmit overnight occupancy in ashort-term rentol unrt This is to prevent over crowding,somewhat addressed in the to nvt exceed iwo 2 penons over the a e o 5 er bedroom. buildi code. il. Two off street parking spaces shall be provided at minimum. The More strlct than the code. Protects the right of way from maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental property becoming congested due to street parking and minimizes the shall be limited to the number of avallable off street parking spaces. intrusion ofthe rentai in the neighborhood. In marry streets,on street arkin is permitted. 12. The owner of a short-term renta!property shall provJde suffrdent An existing city requirement(54-32�requires weekly collection. trosh collection containers and service to meet the demond of the occuponts. 13. The owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation More strict than the code. Corporations,partnerships,and or partnership.The awners name must be on the deed to the property. 'trusts may own propoerly. Intended to avoid a company owning multiple houses and operating a business,versus a true home sharing/rental situation. 14. The City may conduct an inspecti�n of the short term rental property Nlore strtct than the code. Allows for periodic{annual) as deemed necessary or prudent including witlwut IimRatlon based upon inspection of properties to ensure provisions are met. Annual any camplaints or violations that occur or prior to a renewal of a permit. inspection of f�omes is not permitted otherwise, 15. The owner will be required to provide the city and any guests with Not a code provision,allows for rapid response to coricerns, the name and telephone number of a contact person who can be at the similar to tt4. pro rty in 60 minutes.7iie contact person can be the owner. PC Exhibit B Analvsic nf nrnvicinnc � 1. ihe ownersna�r ensure rnar me occupants ona guesrs or a snort These requirements are contained througnout the cotle,the term rental unit do nof create unreasonable noise or disturbances provision reinforces the responsl6ility that the property owner engage in disorderfy conduct or violace provfsfons of the Criy of Orono has to comply. Code or any State!aw pertainrng to noise,disorderly conduct overcrowdfng,the consumption of afcohol,or ihe use of illegal drugs. Ownen are expected to rake any measures necessary to abate disturbonces including,but not iimited to directing the occuponts ond quests of a short term renca!untt to ceose the disfurbing conduct �emoving the accupant ond/or guests or toking ony other oction necessa to immediote! oboie the dfsturbance. 2. The owner shall ensure thot the properiy comply wlth a!!applicabfe This provision reinforces the responsibility that the property rndes regording rre,bulldtn ,and sa owner has to com wkh existin city ordinances. 3. Short term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place The intent here is to malntain the true residential character of of residence only.Vertflcatlon may include voter registration,or driver's the neighborhood. Rentfng a principal residence might be license. considered similar to home occupations. Renting of non- primary residences might be considered a commercial use in a residential district. 4. The owner shall provide a twerny-four(24}hour emergency contact This provision provides authoritfes more rapid response for out that wtll be available to respond to issues at the short term rental of town property owners. property within sixty(60�minutes to complaints regarding the condition, o eration,or conduct of occu ants of a rental unit. S. The short-term-renta(property must have a v�slble house number A building Code provision,allows for rapid identification of the easily seen from the street da or night. praperty for emer res nse. 6. The short term rental pmperty sha!!be used only for overnlqht Partially addressed fi the code. Weddings and other large lodging ouommodailons They may nat be used for pvrtfes(wedding, traffic generating events require a special event permit. Codes bachelor/bacheloretteJ,coroferences orsimilarevents. do not specificaliy regulate parties,other than under age consumption,noise,and rkin on ublic ri hts of wa . 7. All advertising for the short term rental shall include the dty issued Provision allows for easier tracking of licensed properties. ficense number. B. The primary overnight and daytfine occupant of a short term rental Intended to maintain a responsible adult in each rental unit must be an adult eigfiteen 18 years of age or older. This adult must corrtract. provide a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner tele hone at all times. 9. The owner shali requlre all occupants to agree to a mfnimum stay of This is intended to prevent nightfy,rapid turnover of new three 3 consecutive nights. renters. 10. The owner shall limit ovemlght occupancy in a short-term rental uNt This is to prevent over crowding,samewhat addressed in the to noi exceed two 2 ersons over the a e o 5 r bedroam. buildin code. 11. Two off street parking spaces shall be provided at minimum. The More stMct than the code. Protects the right of way from maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental property becoming congested due to street parking and minimizes the shall be fimited to the number of available off street parking spaces, intruslon of the rental in the neighborhood. In many streets,o� street arkin is ermitted. 12. The owner of a shvrt-term rental property shall provlde suffrcient An existing city requirement(5432)requires weekly collection. trosh coilection tontainers ondservice to meet the demand of the otcu onts. 13. The owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation More strict than the code. Corporations,partnerships,and or partnership.The owner's name must be on the deed to the property. trusts may own propoerty. Intended to avoid a company owning muftiple houses and operating a business,versus a true home sharin rental situatlon. 14. The Giy may conduct an inspection of the short term rental prope More strict than the code. Allows for perfodic(annual} as deemed necessary or prudent including without flmttation based upon i�spection of properties to ensure provisions are met. Annual arry complaints or violations that occur or prior to a renewa!of a permit. inspection of homes is not permitted otherwise. 15. The owner wiil be required to provide the city and any guests witfi Not a code provision,allows for rapid response to concems, the name and telephone number of a contact penon who can be at the stmilar to 4t4, ro rty in 60 minutes.The contact erson can be the owner. Items in J[allcs are contained in the code. , PC Exhibit C Jeremy Barnhart From: Sean Foy Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 8:48 AM 'o: Jeremy Bamhart Subject: Re: Vacation Rentals Hello Jeremy Thank you for the email,I am traveling and won't be able to attend the meeting but here are a few thoughts. I am against short term rental less than a month especially on the lake.Nightly or daily rentals spell trouble, everyone who rents them is on vacation so everyday they are there the potential for lots of people and a party e�sts. When you live in a neighborhood people have parties but you learn to respect your neighbors and you certainly don't do it every weekend. I also firmly believe that is reduces the value of the other properties surrounding the rental. Whax shocks me abaut the rental on our street is it is owned by a realtor and he has to know that tlus will effect the values of the houses surrounding his rental. Thanks agafn Jeremy Sean Foy Linnihar�Foy Advertising 615 1st Avenue NE,Suite 320 Minneapolis,MN 55413 www.i i n n i h a rifov.co m 512-23&3002 12-23&3p00(fa�c) nAobile 612-710-B282 On Feb 3, 2016, at 7:15 AM, Jeremy Barnhart<ibarnhart�?u,ci.orono.mn.us>wrote: Sean, I understand you are interest� in poberrtial regulations the City of Orona is considering for Vacation rentals. The (�ty fs continuing its public oommerrt period with a IisEening session with the Planning Commissron tianight at 5:30 at the Orono City Hall. You are weicome ta attend, or to send written oamments by replying to this emafl. Drafts of the ordinances can be faurxl on the city webpage, under city news. Please do nat hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I can be reached by pohone at 952- 249�626. Jeremy Bamhart 1 Jeremy Barnhart From: Jody Laughtin Sent: Tuesday, February 02, 2016 11:OQ AM To: Jeremy Bamhart Subject: Fwd: RESPONCE LETTER TO ORONO Attachments: RESPONCE LETrER TO THE CITY OF ORONO.pdf Hella Jeremy, It was good speaking with you yesterday over the phone. Thank you for the information I inquired about. Since we are not public speakers as I mentioned, here is our response letter for the City of Orono councii members, regarding the proposed new city ordinances for rental properties. We look forward to attending the meeting tomorrow evening. Thank you for the opportunity to �press our cancerns from the other side,being a property owner that occasionally rents out on Big Island. Best regards, Jody and Michael Laughlin From: Mike Laughlin-t1r Senr Tuesday, Februazy 2, 2016 8:54 AM To: Cc: � Snbject: RESPONCE LETTER TO ORONO i CITY pF pR()NO MUNICIPAL CQDE AMENDMEM',ARTtCLE IV,CHAPTER 26,5EC. 26-31: 5ECTIf3N 2-1;Wtth respect to the Cties int�ast in the issue of ur�reasortable nolse or disturbances it is understandable arx!that these Issues neett to be addressed,as it pertalns to our property It has a greatec degree of isolatian ftom neighborir�g properties than star�dard neighborhoods and the Itkeiihood of dist.urbances is exponerniaNyr reduced.Furtherrnare our renters are giving very clear communkation that responsible use of the propecty is expected and they�nust agree to this.Of a secondary and of a much higher concern to us is the impact that"Gruisers C�ve"has on the property owners on the islanrl,every issue represer�ed under sectbn 2-1 is violated every weekend and ta some extent vn weelc tlays,the naise level of the various rafts of beat tied together�ch turning thelr htgh pawered stereo systems up higher to hear it ovet the next raft Is very dlsturbing and some af the "muslc"is highiy ob)ectionable(ar�d wauld not ba atiowed over the TY or Radio airwaves)with the lyric coment.The people are consuming iarge quantltles af alcohol and t'm sure�ther iflkit drugs,and as documented in the local Sun&Lalcesfiore weekt�r n�wspaRers the trash that is left behind is abh�ent. The pe�ple also�ame up anto the park and cabin owners'propertles to relieve themsetves of biplogkal functions and or to flnd rides off the tsland by the property owners when they are abandaned ar their ride refuses to take them in.These activtties are having a greater Impact an property value the seasonal renting tould ever have. Havirt�grown up in Deephaven and spending rnany summen wtth famfltes in wt�at is now celied Crutsers'Cave none of this type of activity�er got even clox to what it ha�become today. Sectla�2—3 This property as is ail the other prop�rtles on the Island are currently Recreatianal-seasonal non-homesbead. Thls property has been a cabin In the famlly since it's cor►structian,It has neve�been sold and the intent ls to keep tt in the famiiy,renting is a shart tetm solution to pary high taxes urttil ather young family members can become estaW(shed financlaHy.It and any other carrent short term rentals in the city are nat a principf e place of�esldenoe,as lon�term a re not,this would indfcate ta me that this is i)to make it Impossible to rent and 2)It Is leaving the door open for homeowners wha what m rent their twmes during high proflle events for i�lated prices over short terms,exduding this opportunity of other property owners.�Example PGA Galf tournarnents;the Superbowl footbaU champinnshlp ect.)Since this is an arnendment to the Buslness Section of the code I woWd assume that wrrent buslness ow�ers are not required�o reside wFthin city Ilmits as a basis for bein��ermttted to da business in the cfty. Sectlon 2—5 There are only platbed raads no actual dty maintained roads exlst.There are na dvi! amenities prorided by the city for roads.There are np dty provided amenitles on the island. Sectian Z-9 This ts alrea�y our current minimum requlremer�t however due to the way ihe calendar flils up R learr�s an occaslonal two night windaw in whtch we wauld like#o reserve ths abllity ta flll these dates. Section 2-11 This does not appty 5 Sectton 2--12 Becai.�se we have no civfl amenitles all renters are required t�take tttefr garbage wtth them wlten they Ieave.A large garbage�an with a plast{c bag ts provided as a collection receptade for them to bag up the garbage for this function. Section 2-13 The awner is an the deed as the designated trustee af the family trust. Some other thoughts are that Slg Island historically has been a destinatlon,whether it is#amilies enjoyinQ their cabins or when the Amusemer�t park existed or as it was transformed into the Veteraru Camp peap{e have always enjoyed It under a short term basis. Whkh leads to the questton thet sfnce the Three Rlvers Park Distrlct has ju�tsdk�tion o�er bath the properties the County has boWght up over the years as well as the Veteran's Camp property whic�the City of Orona now owns,how does this affect the Dfstricts abllity to i�they so choose!n the future to open the Veterans Camp or thNr other areas af the Island ta camping for a fee,�is would fall und� shart term�ental for all practical purposes.Wouid this ordinance conffict wltfi that and who would be assigned to facilitate that,along with enforcement7 f have neve�seen any polke representation from the Orono pofice force or the Three River Police farce on the island.The only represer�tation that resp�nds to cails currently is the Hennepin CouMy Sheriff Water Patrol which already has ttteir hands fuil due to the actn►ity o�the water. How daes thts Impact the Power Squadron Property,they essentiapy are colfec#ing a fee from member5 whkh in turn are aliowed to camp overnight on the praperty,how wll!thEs proposed amendrnent effect them in falrness to how the rest of the propertles are affected. If a rented boat is moored,anct�ored tn or beathed on the Island and its occupants are stayir�g ovemight wouldn't that fall under this ordinance as we117 How would that be enforced7 We unden�tand the implications of having a short term rental in neighi�hoods with smaller lots that have had larger homes constructed/recanstructed on them,has a hlgher levef far the potential for neighbo�irtg properties to be catcerned and#hus contributing to the dt�s desire to regulate these activldes Is justifled.;wou#d like to asic that consideratlon be made to exempt the fsland from thi� ordinance based upen t�e histoNcal use and activitles of the island properdes,with regard to the items mention�d above and tfie abllity to apply them equaUy to all the properties on the isfand.pue to these historical, current and passible proJected uses in the future it would seem that an exceptlon would be su�ted for tfie island prapertles. Thank you for consideration of these issues as it appUes ta the current amendment proposal and the request to exempt tfie isfand properties farm the proposai. ------------ ---------- � - f ------ - _-- - ---�- � .�� b�y -_--- -�,_}� —r—�-�- ------o---------- _ �v�'�� t t1�✓ d�� , � ��'� . - - --- --- - �o _ _ - ---- -- � �a-�-�-- - ! �,�� --��-- ---- --- 1 -_ --- �-- --`, . _ __ _. --__ __ _ -- - - ---- -t -- ---- -- �� ti , - -- _________ ____ ___ _____ � ____ _ ____ ___y___ 'T___.-___..-____. � � - bZ� ; �l a o�rv+ -- ----------- -- -- ---- --�--- ---------- �S�Y _s� '��' -�,2'7� � ,��z� - - --�.� --- - ------ --- ------------- _--- -- -- n� ar�j ��,� a,ry� _ -- -- --1 _-- _-- -- - --- -- ��av��o-- a,v� -�dr� ��n � — - ----— ----- ------- ---- - -- ��N� �h�� "`''��`"� f�'�'1�"'�`' — � - ---�YN7��-y�vyj-----�j�o r�-7 ----°� - �r p�Y1 F;°�� ------ --- - - - — - - --- -- - ---- -- - �,`,-�1,��—. � �� _-- - -- _ __- -- _---- __ - -_-- ; — ---- ------- - - � �=�bz sa F�d — _ __ _ __ _ - ��-�-a - --:� _ - ___ __ __-- � �°`� _ � --�- �� a�-- a�,j-�� --�a��pb�� _ _- - -- --- ---- --------- __------ -- - ----- - - -- -- __ - - ------- -_-- --- �-r� . _ � ,�,� __ � �-�-- -_ fa ---- ��, - -- — --- -_�___ _ - _-- - - ��✓ -�� _ �' �'� �v�N�- �, _- °� --- ----�- -- --- _ __ ___ --- - -- _� __ __ . __ --------- T 1,� `'b��- f'�� aU'D� ,��M J SZ�1 t �� -�-----�-- l---�_--- -_ --- --- ----------- _ ---- - ____ _ _ -- - - -- . � � ,� � � � ___-______ _________ __ _______ _ ___ __ ___ ___ ' �) r'j"' �p �� -- --- --_ _-�-- - - _--. -- -__-=--- -- ---- -- ____ -- �----� � ��---_�-�e_-----�--- �°�°'1 �' ' � --- �� - ��,�1-�,- -------�_ - - -�----- ---- �_ _ , _ ; _ : - _ - - �- - - - Dear City of�rono Caunsel Members & Planr�ing Commission Members; My family has VRBQ property we rent out on Big Island and Long l.ake. My husband Mike Laughlin has already submitted a letter to the City Council regarding our praperty on Big fsland, so the initowing is in reference to the Long Lake property that! Jody Laughlin manage. 1 understand neighbors are concemed about having a large rental property ne�ct to them. However, it`s importan#for the council ta understand thst we have �ever had an issue or compiaint wi�h the rentaL VVe provitie dear, written out instructions of property use, which includes: • Established quiet hours • Limits to the number ofi guests and ages permitted • Trash removai and days of trash pick up A+dditionally, we point out the prnperty boundaries and provide expticit cammunication#o the rerrters, by phone and in person of the following: � To be respectful ofthe ne(ghbors by fallowing the quiet haurs • Tlie need to adhere to speed limits and use extra caution driving t�rough neighborhood • Limiting the parking to what the property perm#is f advise our renters that we are sensitive #o homeowners who live there year- round, and that some have concems about renta! properties. Therefore, we stress the need to be very respectiul of the property and neighbors so as nat to cause them upset All of our guests understand and agree to adhere to cwr exp�icit rules and r,equest�. Fai#ure to camply will be cause to lose tF�eir darnage depasit. After speaking with Jeremy Bar�nhart about what prompted th�s new proposed ordir�ance, he said an incident in J�r�e. This is one incideni! Ail#he rentai property owners I have spoken with are very restri�tive of what is allowed at their properties, and very cautious to whom they allow reni their property. Jeremy also mentioned there is a fear among some that smaller Qrono properties couid be remodeled into larger ones for possible rentals, leading ta more concerns for the neighbors. The B4O00 sq foot property in Long Lake has a limit of 8 gussts; and if a larger day gathering �s hekf or� the property we request names and ages of people on the property. A large gathering fee is charged, but limited ta no more than �€2. Ail park�ng has to be contained in the circie driveway. By implementing an explicit signecf rental agreement such as this, wiih a large damage deposit would help avad #hese problems. The owners& I give out our personal phone numbers to the neighbors, so if there is ever a situation that needs our attention, I will drive out to Long Lake and remedy it right away out of respec�to the neighbors. With reference to our Property on Big Island, it is ironic that the very things that are outiined in the Cit�'s p�oposed ordinance, are a�f happening even more so in our badc ya� of our rental property. Qn most weekends our guests endure loud objectionable music and bass booming from hundreds of boats tied together. The drinking, dcug use,foul language, nudity, relieving themsetves over board or up on the isfand's public land and on the priva#e praperty of#he Island property owners, trash left behind etc., makes this a much bigger, se�ious issue to the property owners on the isiand. Com�laining does na good. When partyiru,� boats sees the water patrd coming, they put away th�ir dr�nks and cirugs, get dressed, anci tum off#he loud offensive music. Water Patrd checks for iife jackets, and asks that they keep it down.As soon as the water patro�is out of site they resume thei�toud partying! Shouldn't the facus be on Cruisers Cove instead of VRBOs where tiie home- owner has more at stake? Not to menEion the Image of Lake Minnetonka to enjoy the leke safeiy and without the free for aN reputation thet is Cruisers Cove? These rental properties are short-term rentals, and seasonal. Ta place unnecessary and �mpossible ordinances against these properties is unfair and will cause a hardshi{�. Since VRB�s are atso properties we use far enjoyment, we ensure that�ey are ke�t in very good condition, dean 8 enjoyable. We take pride in ownership! Please reconsider what tfiese ordinances w�i do ko an in industry that thrives on tourism, and t�aw this impacts not only the re�tal awner, but the city as a whole. Thank you for your cansideration, Sinc�reiy, Jody Laughlin Michael Laugfi�in February 3, 2016 Regarding short term rental ordinance and licensing. Katherine Kitt Property�wner: 3635 Northshore Drive, O�ono 55391 I have been a Home-Away vacation rental property owner for three years; I have had wonderful guests stay at this property. I screen ali potential guests at the time of their inquiry as to the purpose of their visit,the number of guests that will be at the property, and at this time I explain that this property is located in a residential neighb�rhood and the guidelines of reasonable behavior, no naise or disturbances after 9pm that could be heard by a neighbor. This property is not rentable for events, parties, receptions,weddings, etc. After the screening, if this does not seem like an appropriate fit for the property, I send a reply that the property is unavailable. Most of the guests are either singfe couples,or a family with two children. I also have a rental agreement stating the rules for the property that is signed by the tenant prior to their arrival. I do not have a problem with adding additional rules of conduct and stronger language to the rental agreement if necessary, I do have a significant problem with being told what I can and cannot do responsibly with my own property that I own and pay taxes on. Sincerely, Katherine Kit Jeremy Barnhart From: Georgette Jabbour �ent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 9:43 PM o: Jeremy Barnhart Subject: New ordinances Hello, I am an�rono resident living on Bayside Rd. I do think that restrictions on vacation rentals is a good idea. I would encourage an annual permit for such a rental be available to residents. That would help avoid that accusation that the City is taking away a home owners financial sustainability. In regard to the lighting, vvhat is the definition of"excessive lighting"? Thank you for your work, Georgette Jabbour i February 3,2016 leremy Barnhart Community Development Director,City of Orqno PO Box 66 Crystal Bay MN 55323 Dear Jeremy and Orono City Planning Commission, I would like to make a public comment forthe workshop on February 3rd regarding the proposed ordinance dealing with shnrt term rentals. I agree that establishing standards for the protection of renter, neighborhood and community at large is a very laudable goal. I do not feel that prohibiting these rentals is the right approach. The City of Orono and the surrou�ding cities has a definite lack af available housing for short term people coming into the area and as such people that may do short term rentals help ffll some of this need for the community. Having been a 43 year resident of Orono and most recently moving away for business in the last 6 years� built my retirement home in Orono with an eye to returning to it in a couple of years. The abifity for me to rent the home on a short term basis occaslonally throughout the year has been a benefit to a great many people and has allowed me to maintain a presence ln the community that I wish to return to. I take great care to screen all potential tenants and minimize the impact on#he neighborhood and this also allows me to lnvest and keep up my property to the highest possible standards for the benefit of the neighborhood. I feel that putting some standard in place such as a minimum 3 day rental or 1 week rental may help significantly as wel)as establishing a resolution process for any problems that may arise from any disputes or problems that neighbors may have. I have several rental properties in different communities across the country and most communities level a small fee on each of the people renting the properties to help defray this cost. This allows them#o establish a resolution process if there are any problems with renters that could be handled in a manner so ali neighbors are treated properfy and able to enjoy their homes. I would be happy to serve on an advisory board or give add+tional input in person if needed. I can be �eached at{612j 245-4665. Sincerely, � ! ' �►��'J�r��J eenjamin Milbrath Owner: 1404 Balder Park Rd,Wayzata MN 55391 � P�C Exhibit D �{YQ To: Chair Leskinen and Planning Commission Members lessica Loftus,City Administrator y� �,�" � `�kESHO�� From: Jeremy Barnhart,Community Development Director Date: November iG,2015 Subject: #15-3759, City of Orono, Text Amendment:Vacation Rentafs Public Hearing Applicatron Summory: The renta) af private pr�perty for �acationers may impact existing neighborhoods due to increases in traffic, noise,and activity during irregular hours. Staff Recommendotion: Staff requests review of issues and direction prior to proceeding. List of ExRibits Draft Ordinance Background The use of property for short term rentals appears to have been growing over the past several years, ln part due to the proliferation of AirBnB,VRBO,and Home-away websites,where travelers can search for homes based on loca!amenities, including Lake Minnetonka. Identified concerns with the rental of rooms or houses in residential areas include absentee owners,loud parties,traffic, par�Cing, over�rowding,and safety of renters. The City has received same complaints;vacationers host events at late hours that conflict with neighbors not on vacation; renters park in the street or have parties that spili off of the property, depositing trash and similar items in the yard. When thls lssue was originally raised, staff identified 8 homes in the city listed on the VRBO website. A notice was sent to these owners, posted an the website, and the city newsletter reminding owners to"be a good neighbor". The City does not have a rental ordinance,a mechanlsm to inspect property annually to verify life safety requ irements of the building code are met,therefore,the safety of vacationers in private homes is not verifiable. The attached first draft is intended to initiate discussion af the issues and possible solutions. Staff suggests regulating this issue through a business licensing process,where a license is required annually. The Planning Commission is asked to review the ordinance,and identify other concerns not addressed. With Planning Commission directfon,staff will prepare appropriate�hanges,to be reviewed at a future meeting. ORDINANCE Ni�._�, THIRD SERIES CITY OF aRONO HENNEPIN CQUNTY,MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE QRONO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING ARTICLE IV T4 CHAPTER 2G AND AMENDING SECTION 26-31 REGARTII?�'C SI��RT-'I'ER�7 RF,?�'T4L �_,ICENSIi�� 'H� CITY COUNCIL OF ORONO ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 26-31 Definitions af the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the following text: Rent shall mean for the se of this defuution leasin subleasin lettin or hirin for occupancy., Short-term rental shall mean the rental to a persan orgroup af persons a residential unit for a eriod of les than thirt 30 consecutive calendar da s in a zonin district where residential uses are allowed. Short-term rental propertv means a parcel of real pro��and includes the premises upon which a short-term rental unit is located and the parkin�azeas drivew�s landscaping, accessory stn:ctures, fences, walis, swimming pools,hot tubs, and spas. SECTION 2. Article IV.—Short Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-$0—Short te�rn rental (a) R�ec uired. It is unlawful for anyperson to rent their,propertv far a period less than 30 davs without first havin�obtained a Business License as outliuzed in Article II of this cha ter. Section 26 ara hs 31 throu h 42 (b) Re lation. No license�ana be issued unless all of the follawin are cam lied with: 1. The owner shall ensure that the occu ants and ests of a short term rental unit do not create unreasonab�e noise or disturbances en�a�e in disorderly conduct or violate provisions af the Citv of Orono �Code or anv State lawpertaining to noise disorderly conduct overcrowdin� the consumption of alcohol or the use of illeeal drues. Owners are expected to take an,Xrneasures necessary to abate disturbances_includin�,but not limited to directin�the occupants and �uests of a short ternn rental unit to cease the disturbin conduct removin the occu ant and/ or guests or taicin�anv other acrion necessarv to immediatelX abate the disturbance. Page 1 of 3 2. The owner shall ensure that the prope comply with all applicable codes re ardin��fire,buildin�z, and safetv. 3. Short term rentals may be permitted at the owner'sprincipal place of residence onlv.Verification mav include voter re�istratian, ar driver's license. 4. The owner shall provide a twentv-four(24�hour emer�encv contact that will be available to respond to issues at the short term rental propertv witihin sixtv(60) minutes to complaints regarding the condition, operation, or conduct of accupants of a rental unit. 5. The short-term-rental properlv must have a visible house nurnber easily seen from the street da�ni� 6. The short term rental�ropertv shall be used onlv for overni t lod ing accommodations They may nat be used for parties�weddin�,bachelor/ bachelorette�, conferences or similar events. 7. All advertising for the short term rental shall include the Citv issued license number. 8. The�rimary overnight and daytime occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult ei�hteen 18 years of a�;e or older This adult mustprovide a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner bv telephone at all times. 9. The owner shall require all occupants to a�ree to a minimum stav of three 3 consecutive nights. 10. The owner shall limit overni t occupancy in a short-term rental ur�it to not exceed two 2 over the a�e of 5 persons per bedroom. 11. Two off street�arking�,snaces shall be provided at minimum. The maacimum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental property shall be limited to the number of available off street parkin�spaces. 12. The owner of a short-term rental propertv shall provide sufficient trash collection containers and service to meet the demand of the occupantS• 13. The owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation or partnership. The owner's name must be on the deed to the property. 14. The Citv mav conduct an inspection of the short term rental property as deemed necessarv or prudent includin�withaut limitation based u�on any complaints or violations that�ccur or prior to a renewal of a permit. 15. The owner will be required to provide the city and anv guests with the name and teIephone number of a contact person who can be at the propert i�n 6U minutes. The contact person can be the owner. (c) License period. Licenses shall expire December 31 of each Year• SECTION 3. EFFECTiiVE DATE: '11iis ordinance sha11 take effect immediately upon its passage and publication. ADOPTED this day of ,2015 on a vote of_ ayes and y nays by the City Council of Orono,Minnesota. ATTEST: Page 2 of 3 Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan, lVlayor Ordinance published in The Laker and The Pioneer newspapers the week of , 2015. � Page 3 of 3 Electronic CopY REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION DATE: March 14, 2016 ITEM NO: 13 Department Approval: Administrator Reviewed: Agenda Section: Name Jeremy Barnhart �� Planning Title Community Development Director Item Description: #15-3759, City of Orono, Text Amendment: Short Term(Vacation)Rentals Application Summary The issue of short term (also known as vacation) rentals has been a topic of growing concern nationally over the last couple of years. It appears the loss of tax revenue and inspection oversight is a concern of larger municipalities. In Orono, the concerns seems to revolve more around neighborhood concerns with noise, parking, traffic, etc. Last summer, some Councilmembers receive one or more complaints from property owners regarding excessive noise, traffic, and trash associated from some rentals. At the time, a letter was sent to property owners understood to be renting to vacationers, reminding them to be good neighbors. Two properties were reported by neighbors to be renting to vacationers,though were found to be owner occupied. No complaints were received by city staff after the letters went out. Planning Commission Recommendation In February, the Planning Commission hosted a listening session on the subject, hearing from 8 owners (of the 12 identified by staf� of vacation rental property who advised the Planning Commission that they regulate their renters in a manner stricter than proposed by the City. Public hearings have been held on the subject in November 2015, January and February 2016. A copy of the draft ordinance was posted on the cities website since December. During this time, the Planning Commission reviewed several drafts of an ordinance, including a version that prohibited short term rentals. After much discussion during the February Planning Commission meeting(draft minutes attached, Exhibit C), the Commission is forwarding an ordinance that requires an annual license to rent dwellings in a short term basis. Included within this requirement are 6 conditions that must be followed to receive a license. The Commission purposefully did not restate ardinance regulations already in the city code. The 6 conditions primarily act as a reminder, and an ability to register property owners so that upon complaint,the city can react faster. The Planning Commission, with a vote of 5-1, recommended approval of the ordinance following the public hearing on February 16th. Commissioner Schoenzeit felt that the ordinance was unnecessary and was regulating something that wasn't an issue. No one spoke in favor or opposition to the proposal. C�t ��5 I�� Planning Staff Recommendation Staff recommends approval of the ordinance as drafted. The attached Planning Commission staff report(Exhibit B) describes the issue in more detail. Action ReQuested: Staff and the Pianning Commission recommend approval of the Ordinance as drafted. List of Exhibits: ExhibitA. DroftOrdinance Exhibit 8. Planning Commission packet dated February 16, 2016 Exhibit C. Draft PC Minutes Council Exhibit A (3-14-16) ORDINANCE NU._, THIRD SERIES CITY OF ORONO HENNEPIN COUNTY, MIN;�TESOTA Ai�T ORDINANCE A�1�IENDING THE ORONO iVIL1�IICIPAL CODE BY ADDING ARTICLE IV TU CIiAPTER 26 AND AMENDL�TG SECTION 26-31 REGARDING SHORT-TERM RENTAL LICENSIl\'G THE CITY COUNCIL OF OROVO ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 26-31 Definidons of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amendsd by adding the following text: Rent shall mean, for the purpose of this definition, leasin¢, subleasing lettin or hirinQ for occupancv. Short-term rentad shall mean the rental to a t�erson or groun of persons a residential unit for a e�riod of less than thirtv(30)consecutive calendar davs in a zonin�district where residential uses are allowed. Short-term rental property means a parcel of real property and includes the premises upon which a short-term rental unit is iocated and the parking azeas driveways landscaping accessorv structures fences wa1ls swi ools hot tubs and s SECTION 2. Article IV.—Short Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-80—Short term rentallicenses {a) Puzpose. The use of residential�ro for short term rental has the potential for increased traffic.congestion on the streets noise and disre�ectfi�l activity to the detriment of the neiQhborhood. The City of Orono has de�ternuned that resnonsive ownership of the rental propertv mitiaates these issues. (b) ReQuired. It is unlawful for any.t�erson to rent their pro for a,_period less than 30 davs without first havin�obtained a Business License as outlined in Article II of this chapter. f Section 26,para.g�phs 31 throu 421 (c) ReQulation. No license may be issued unless all of the followinQ aze complied with: 1. The owner shail ensure that the occupants and guests of a short term rental unit do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances en�age in disorderly conduct or violate urovisions of the City of Orono Code or anv State law including those �rta.ining to noise, disorderly conduct, overcrowding the consumption of alcohol, or the use of ille�drugs. Owners are expected to take any measures necessarv to abate disttubances includ.ing,but not limited to directing the Page 1 of 2 occupants and guests o�a short term rental unit to cease the disturbing conduc� reznoving the occupant and/or guests or takin�v other action necessarv to immediatelv abate the disturbance. 2. The owner shall nrovide a twen -four f241 hour emergency contact that will be available to re nd to issues at the short term rental ro within thi 30 minutes to complaints re�ardinsz the conditioa operation,or conduct of occupants of a rental unit. 3. The short tertn rental vrovertv sha11 be used only for overnight loduing accommodations. Th�mav not be used for parties fweddin.Q bachelor/ bachelorette�, conferences or similaz events. 4. The urimarv overnught and daytime occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult twentv-one 2I years of a¢e oz older. This adult must provide a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner by televhone at all times. 5. The owner shall reQuire all occupauts to agree to a minimuzn stay of two 2 consecutive ni h�ts. 6. Two off street parkin�spaces shall be provided at minimum, 'The maximum nunc�ber of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental propertv shall be limited to the number of available off street�azking spaces Rental Property on islands is exempt from this reauiremen� {d} License period. Licenses sha11 expire December 31 of each,�ar SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and publication. ADOPTED this day of ,2016 on a vote of_ ayes and nays by the City Council of Orono,Minnesota. ATTEST: Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan,Mayor Ordinance published in The Laker and The Pioneer newspapers the week of__ , 2016. � ` ^ ��P �CCJ��G�r�Q7 i ,� ,,1., � :..,., �t"_. ,_ ��e f -' i tv `:. , �.. . ,�, � 1��F� i �1:� ; _ . � c tcc�a� �� . (trr.,�� Ll,a� ��- �i�� L�t.c6/�`� . - ��j �ara�ro� u�°�l�Q� a �Jyr��y5 �-, �eeN �ooa ,syv�� Page 2 of2 . � , � , .X', ' �l. •,��(,�� A/�� (� �;. Ly��"t'��'� 4� � ....v�� Council Exhibit A (3-14-16) ORDINANCE NO. _, THIRD SERIES Electronic Copy CITY OF ORONO HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORONO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING ARTICLE IV TO CHAPTER 26 AND AMENDING SECTION 26-31 REGARDING SHORT-TERM RENTAL LICENSING THE CITY COUNCIL OF ORONO ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 26-31 Definitions of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the following text: Rent shall mean, for the purpose of this definition, leasing, subleasin ,g lettin� or hirin� for occupanc� Short-term rental shall mean the rental to a person or group of persons a residential unit for a period of less than thirty�30) consecutive calendar davs in a zoning district where residential uses are allowed. Short-term rental propertv means a parcel of real propertv and includes the premises upon which a short-term rental unit is located and the parkin� areas, driveways, landscaping, accessory structures, fences, walls, swimmin�pools, hot tubs, and spas. SECTION 2. Article IV. —Short Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-80— Short term rental licenses (a) Purpose. The use of residential propertv for short term rental has the potential for increased traffic, congestion on the streets, noise, and disrespectful activitv to the detriment of the neighborhood. The City of Orono has determined that responsive ownership of the rental propert��ates these issues. (b) Required. It is unlawful for anv person to rent their property for a period less than 30 days without first having obtained a Business License as outlined in Article II of this chapter. [Section 26, para�phs 31 through 42] (c) Regulation. No license mav be issued unless all of the following are complied with: 1. The owner shall ensure that the occupants and guests of a short term rental unit do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances en�ge in disorderly conduct or violate provisions of the City of Orono Code or any State law includin tg hose pertainin�to noise, disorderly conduct, overcrowding, the consumption of alcohol, or the use of ille ag 1 drugs. Owners are expected to take any measures necessary to abate disturbances includin�, but not limited to directin�the Page 1 of 2 occupants and guests of a short term rental unit to cease the disturbing conduct, removing the occupant and/or guests or taking any other action necessar� immediatel�abate the disturbance. 2. The owner shall provide a twenty- four (24) hour emergency contact that will be available to respond to issues at the short term rental property within thirty (30� minutes to complaints re ag rding the condition, operation, or conduct of occupants of a rental unit. 3. The short term rental propertv shall be used only for overni ng t lod�g accommodations. The�y not be used for parties (weddin�, bachelor/ bachelorette), conferences or similar events. 4. The primary overni�ht and da�time occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult twenty-one 21 years of a�e or older. This adult must provide a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner b.y telephone at all times. 5. The owner shall require all occupants to a�ree to a minimum stay of two 2 consecutive ni�hts• 6. Two off street parking`paces shall be provided at minimum. The maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental property shall be limited to the number of available off street parkin�spaces. Rental Propert�on islands is exempt from this requirement. (d) License period. Licenses shall expire December 31 of each ,year. SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and publication. ADOPTED this day of , 2016 on a vote of_ayes and_ nays by the City Council of Orono, Minnesota. ATTEST: Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan, Mayor Ordinance published in The Laker and The Pioneer newspapers the week of , 2016. Page 2 of 2 Council Exhibit B �� To: Chair Leskinen and Planning Commission Members Jessica Loftus, City Administrator y�, � G `qk£S H�� From: Jeremy Barnhart, Community Development Director Date: February 16, 2016 Subject: #15-3759, City of Orono, Text Amendment:Vacation Rentals Public Hearing Application Summary: The rental of private property for vacationers may impact existing neighborhoods due to increases in traffic, noise, and activity during irregular hours. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission review the appropriateness of the ordinance as drafted and forward the result to Council for approval. list of Exhibits Exhibit A. Draft Ordinance regulating vacation rentals Exhibit B. Comparison of Provisions Exhibit C. Letters received Exhibit D. Planning Commission packet dated November Background In their workshop on February 3, 2016, the Planning Commission heard from seven property owners commenting on the proposed vacation rental ordinance. These seven are among the 12 vacation rentals owners identified by staff after searching through the various vacation rental websites in December, including AirBnb, Homeaway, VBRO. Most of those comments respected the need for regulations, noting that they are more protective with their own home and property than the city would be, but did not want overly restrictive regulations. They did not support a total ban on vacation rentals. The draft ordinance prepared and reviewed includes provisions for a business license, and 15 criteria. The Planning Commission is asked to modify the draft ordinance and forward the draft to the City Council for adoption. Comments received, summarized: Jody Laughlin, 120 Big Island, noted that much of the issues of concern are issues she's experiencing in Cruisers Cove, adjacent to her property, and the response FILE#15-3759 16 February 2016 Page 2 of 2 by the Sherriff and the City is lacking in effectiveness. Linda Molaski, 1925 Concordia, noted her contracts with renters are stricter than the cities proposed regulations. Jenny Carter, 2780 Shadywood, former inn keeper, rents a room in her house and she is more stringent that the proposed ordinance. Does have a concern with minimum stays. She wants the City to understand that how this industry is regulated says a lot about the city. Are people stranger, or merely visitors. She noted the VBRO rates guests, and that information can be used by the renter to determine appropriateness. Don Driggs owns Deering Island. He does not think the provision that excludes non-primary residences be included. He noted that much of the regulation is already covered by existing laws, and need not be readdressed. Katherine Kitt, 3635 North Shore drive rents her home, and questioned the number of issues that are triggering this discussion. She noted that her contract is stricter than the ordinance. Janie Heard, 2795 Shadywood Road, requested no changes to the ordinances already in place, felt they weren't needed Paul Larson was concerned that any changes now couldn't be fully vetted with the snowbird owners away for the winter. (Letters were sent to property owners' addresses listed in Hennepin County Records, including California and Washington requesting comment.) Collectively, those speaking suggested provisions#3, 6, 9, 13, be removed. Exhibit B, Comparison of Provisions is intended to provide commentary regarding the respond to comments stating that the regarding the code already addresses some of the issues. Items in italics are already addressed in the city code. Exhibit C represents the letters received to date, for and against the proposed ordinance. The Planning Commission is asked to complete one of the following actions: 1. Recommend approval of the ordinance as presented 2. Recommend approval of the ordinance with changes 3. Table action, directing staff to complete specific research. PC Exhibit A (2-16-16) ORDINANCE NO. _, THIRD SERIES CITY OF ORONO HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORONO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING ARTICLE IV TO CHAPTER 26 AND AMENDING SECTION 26-31 REGARDING SHORT-TERM RENTAL LICENSING THE CITY COUNCIL OF ORONO ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 26-31 Definitions of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the following text: Rent shall mean, for the �urpose of this definition, leasin�, subleasin , lg etting or hirin� for occupanc� Short-term Yental shall mean the rental to a person or group of persons a residential unit for a period of less than thirtv (30) consecutive calendar days in a zonin� district where residential uses are allowed. Short-term rental property means a parcel of real property and includes the premises upon which a short-term rental unit is located and the parking areas, drivewavs, landscapin�, accessory structures, fences, walls, swimmingpools, hot tubs, and spas. SECTION 2. Article IV.— Short Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-80— Short term rental licenses (a) Purpose. The use of residential propertv for short term rental has the potential for increased traffic, congestion on the streets, noise, and disrespectful activitv to the detriment of the neighborhood. The City of Orono has determined that the (b) Required. It is unlawful for any person to rent their propert fy or a period less than 30 days without first having obtained a Business License as outlined in Article II of this chapter. [Section 26, para�phs 31 through 421 (c) Re�ulation. No license may be issued unless all of the following are complied with: 1. The owner shall ensure that the occupants and guests of a short term rental unit do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances enga�e in disorderlv conduct or violate provisions of the City of Orono Code or anv State law pertainin� to noise, disorderlv conduct, overcrowding, the consumption of alcohol, or the use of ille�al drugs. Owners are ex�ected to take any measures necessary to abate disturbances including, but not limited to directing the occupants and guests of a short term rental unit to cease the disturbin�conduct, removing the occupant and/ Page 1 of 3 or guests or taking any other action necessarv to immediately abate the disturbance. 2. The owner shall ensure that the propert�plv with all applicable codes re�arding fire, building, and safety. 3. Short term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place of residence only. Verification mav include voter registration, or driver's license. 4. The owner shall provide a twenty- four (24) hour emergencv contact that will be available to respond to issues at the short term rental property within sixt�60� minutes to complaints re ag rding the condition, operation, or conduct of occupants of a rental unit. 5. The short-term-rental property must have a visible house number easily seen from the street day or night. 6. The short term rentalproperty shall be used only for overni ng t lod�g accommodations. They may not be used for parties wedding, bachelor/ bachelorette), conferences or similar events. 7. All advertising for the short term rental shall include the City issued license number. 8. The primary overnight and daytime occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult eighteen 18years of age or older. This adult must provide a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner b�telephone at all times. 9. The owner shall require all occu�ants to agree to a minimum stay of three 3 consecutive ni�hts• 10. The owner shall limit overnight occupancy in a short-term rental unit to not exceed two 2 persons over the a eg of 5 per bedroom. 11. Two off street parking spaces shall be provided at minimum. The maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental property shall be limited to the number of available off street parkin�spaces. 12. The owner of a short-term rental propert s�provide sufficient trash collection containers and service to meet the demand of the occupants. 13. The owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation or partnership. The owner's name must be on the deed to the property. 14. The City may conduct an inspection of the short term rental propertv as deemed necessary or prudent including without limitation based upon any complaints or violations that occur or�rior to a renewal of a permit. 15. The owner will be required to provide the citv and an��uests with the name and telephone number of a contact person who can be at the property in 60 minutes. The contact person can be the owner. (d) License period. Licenses shall expire December 31 of each year. SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and publication. ADOPTED this day of , 2016 on a vote of_ayes and_ nays by the City Council of Orono, Minnesota. Page 2 of 3 ATTEST: Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan, Mayor Ordinance published in The Laker and The Pioneer newspapers the week of , 2016. Page 3 of 3 PC Exhibit B Analysis of provisions . . . .. 1. The owner shall ensure that the occupants and guests of a short term These requirements are contained throughout the code,the rental unit do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances engage in provision reinforces the responsibility that the property owner disorderly conduct or violate provisions of the City of Orono Code or any has to comply. State law pertaining to noise,disorderly conduct overcrowding, the consumption of alcohol,or the use of illegol drugs. Owners are expected to take any measures necessary to abate disturbances including,but not limited to directing the occupants and guests of a short term rental unit to cease the disturbing conduct removing the occupant and/or guests or taking any other action necessary to immediately abate the disturbance. 2. The owner sholl ensure that the property comply with all applicable This provision reinforces the responsibility that the property codes regarding fire,building,ond safety. owner has to comply with existing city ordinances. 3. Short term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place The intent here is to maintain the true residential character of of residence only.Verification may include voter registration,or driver's the neighborhood. Renting a principal residence might be license. considered similar to home occupations. Renting of non- primary residences might be considered a commercial use in a residential district. 4. The owner shall provide a twenty-four(24)hour emergency contact This provision provides authorities more rapid response for out that will be available to respond to issues at the short term rental of town property owners. property within sixty(60)minutes to complaints regarding the condition, operation,or conduct of occupants of a rental unit. S. The short-term-rental property must have a visible house number A building Code provision,allows for rapid identification of the easily seen from the street day or night. property for emergency response. 6. The short term rental property shall be used only for overnight Partially addressed in the code. Weddings and other large lodging accommodations They moy not be used for parties(weddinq, traffic generating events require a special event permit. Codes bochelor/bacheloretteJ, conferences orsimilor events. do not specifically regulate parties,other than under age consumption,noise,and parking on public rights of way. 7. All advertising for the short term rental shall include the City issued Provision allows for easier tracking of licensed properties. license number. 8. The primary overnight and daytime occupant of a short term rental Intended to maintain a responsible adult in each rental contract. unit must be an adult eighteen 18 years of age or older. This adult must provide a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner by telephone at all times. 9. The owner shall require alt occupants to agree to a minimum stay of This is intended to prevent nightly,rapid turnover of new three 3 consecutive nights. renters. 10. The owner shall limit overnight occupancy in o short-term rental unit This is to prevent over crowding,somewhat addressed in the to not exceed two 2 persons over the age of S per bedroom. building code. 11. Two off street parking spaces shall be provided at minimum. The More strict than the code. Protects the right of way from maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental property becoming congested due to street parking and minimizes the shall be limited to the number of available off street parking spaces. intrusion of the rentai in the neighborhood. In many streets,on street parking is permitted. 12. The owner of a short-term rental property shall provide sufficient An existing city requirement(54-32)requires weekly collection. trash collection containers and service to meet the demand of the occupants. 13. The owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation More strict than the code. Corporations,partnerships,and or partnership.The owner's name must be on the deed to the property. trusts may own propoerty. Intended to avoid a company owning multiple houses and operating a business,versus a true home sharing/rental situation. 14. The City may conduct an inspection of the short term rental property More strict than the code. Allows for periodic(annual) as deemed necessary or prudent including without limitation based upon inspection of properties to ensure provisions are met. Annual any complaints or violations that occur or prior to a renewal of a permit. inspection of homes is not permitted otherwise. 15. The owner will be required to provide the city and any guests with Not a code provision,allows for rapid response to concerns, the name and telephone number of a contact person who can be at the similar to#4. property in 60 minutes.The contact person can be the owner. PC Exhibit B Analysis of provisions . . . .. 1. The ownershall ensure that the occupants and guests of a short These requirements are contained throughout the code,the term rental unit do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances provision reinforces the responsibility that the property owner engage in disorderly conduct or violate provisions of the City of Orono has to comply. Code or any State law pertaining to noise,disorderly conduct, overcrowding,the consumption of alcohol,or the use of illegal drugs. Owners are expected to take any measures necessary to abate disturbances including,but not limited to directing the occupants and guests of a short term rental unit to cease the disturbing conduct, removing the occupant and/or guests or taking any other action necessa to immediatel abate the disturbance. 2. The ownershall ensure that the property comply with oll applicable This provision reinforces the responsibility that the property codes regarding fire,buildinq,and safety. owner has to comply with existing city ordinances. 3. Short term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place The intent here is to maintain the true residential character of of residence only.Verification may include voter registration,or driver's the neighborhood. Renting a principal residence might be license. considered similar to home occupations. Renting of non- primary residences might be considered a commercial use in a residential district. 4. The owner shali provide a twenty-four(24)hour emergency contact This provision provides authorities more rapid response for out that will be available to respond to issues at the short term rental of town property owners. property within sixty(60)minutes to complaints regarding the condition, operation,or conduct of occupants of a rental unit. 5. The short-term-rental property must have a visible house number A building Code provision,allows for rapid identification of the easily seen from the street day or night. property for emergency response. 6. The short term rental property shall be used only for overnight Partially addressed in the code. Weddings and other large lodging accommodations They may not be used for parties(wedding, traffic generating events require a special event permit. Codes bachelor/bachelorette),conferences orsimilar events. do not specifically regulate parties,other than under age consumption,noise,and parking on public rights of way. 7. All advertising for the short term rental shall include the City issued Provision allows for easier tracking of licensed properties. license number. 8. The primary overnight and daytime occupant of a short term rental Intended to maintain a responsible adult in each rental unit must be an adult eighteen 18 years of age or older. This adult must contract. provide a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner by telephone at all times. 9. The owner shall require all occupants to agree to a minimum stay of This is intended to prevent nightly,rapid turnover of new three 3 consecutive nights. renters. 10. The owner shall limit overnight occupancy in a short-term rental unit This is to prevent over crowding,somewhat addressed in the to not exceed two 2 persons over the age of 5 per bedroom. building code. 11. Two off street parking spaces shall be provided at minimum. The More strict than the code. Protects the right of way from maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental property becoming congested due to street parking and minimizes the shall be limited to the number of available off street parking spaces. intrusion of the rental in the neighborhood. In many streets,on street parking is permitted. 12. The owner of a short-term rental property shall provide sufficient An existing city requirement(54-32)requires weekly collection. trash collection containers and service to meet The demand of the occupants. 13. The owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation More strict than the code. Corporations,partnerships,and or partnership.The owner's name must be on the deed to the property. trusts may own propoerty. Intended to avoid a company owning multiple houses and operating a business,versus a true home sharing/rental situation. 14. The City may conduct an inspection of the short term rental property More strict than the code. Allows for periodic(annual) as deemed necessary or prudent including without limitation based upon inspection of properties to ensure provisions are met. Annual any complaints or violations that occur or prior to a renewal of a permit. inspection of homes is not permitted otherwise. 15. The owner will be required to provide the city and any guests with Not a code provision,allows for rapid response to concerns, the name and telephone number of a contact person who can be at the similar to#4. property in 60 minutes.The contact person can be the owner. Items in italics are contained in the code. PC Exhibit C � Jeremy Barnhart From: Sean Foy Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 8:48 AM To: Jeremy Barnhart Subject: Re: Vacation Rentals Hello Jeremy Thank you for the email, I am traveling and won't be able to attend the meeting but here are a few thoughts. I am against short term rental less than a month especially on the lake. Nightly or daily rentals spell trouble, everyone who rents them is on vacation so everyday they are there the potential for lots of people and a party exists. When you live in a neighborhood people have parties but you learn to respect your neighbors and you certainly don't do it every weekend. I also firmly believe that is reduces the value of the other properties surrounding the rental. What shocks me about the rental on our street is it is owned by a realtor and he has to know that this will effect the values of the houses surrounding his rental. Thanks again Jeremy Sean Foy Linnihan Foy Advertising 615 1 st Avenue NE, Suite 320 Minneapolis, MN 55413 www.linnihanfoy.com 612-238-3002 612-238-3000(fax) Mobile 612-710-6262 On Feb 3, 2016, at 7:15 AM, Jeremy Barnhart<jbarnhart(a�ci.orono.mn.us>wrote: Sean, I understand you are interested in potential regulations the City of Orono is considering for Vacation rentals. The City is continuing its public comment period with a listening session with the Planning Commission tonight at 5:30 at the Orono City Hall. You are welcome to attend, or to send written comments by replying to this email. Drafts of the ordinances can be found on the city webpage, under city news. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I can be reached by pohone at 952- 249-4626. Jeremy Barnhart 1 Jeremy Barnhart From: Jody Laughlin Sent: Tuesday, February 02, 2016 11:00 AM To: Jeremy Barnhart Subject: Fwd: RESPONCE LETTER TO ORONO Attachments: RESPONCE LETTER TO THE CITY OF ORONO.pdf Hello Jeremy, It was good speaking with you yesterday over the phone. Thank you for the information I inquired about. Since we are not public speakers as I mentioned, here is our response letter for the City of Orono council members, regarding the proposed new city ordinances for rental properties. We look forward to attending the meeting tomorrow evening. Thank you for the opportunity to express our concerns from the other side, being a property owner that occasionally rents out on Big Island. Best regards, Jody and Michael Laughlin From: Mike Laughlin-tlr Sent: Tuesday, February 2, 2016 8:54 AM To: Cc: Subject: RESPONCE LETTER TO ORONO i CITY OF ORONO MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT,ARTICLE IV,CHkPTER 26,SEC. 26-31: SECTION 2-1;With respect to the Cities interest in the issue of unreasonable noise or disturbances it is understandable and that these issues need to be addressed,as it pertains to our property it has a greater degree of isolation from neighboring propertles than standard neighborhoods and the likellhood af disturbances Is exponentially reduced.Furthermore our renters are giving very clear communication that responsible use of the property is expected and they must agree to this.Of a secondary and af a much higher concern to us is the impact that"Cruisers Cove"has on the properry owners on the island,every Issue represented under section 2-1 is violated every weekend and to some extent on week days,the noise level of the various rafts of boat tied together each turning their high powered stereo systems up higher to hear it over the next raft is very disturbing and some of the "musicn is highly objectionable(and would not be allowed over the N or Radio airwaves)with the lyric content.The people are consuming iarge quantitles of alcohol and I'm sure other illiclt drugs,and as documented in the local Sun&Lakeshore weekly newspapers the trash that is left behind is abhorrent. The people alsa come up onto the park and cabin owners' propertles to relieve themselves of bialogical functions and or to ffnd rides off the island by the property owners when they are abandoned or their ride refuses to take them in.These activities are having a greater impact on property value the seasonal renting could ever have. Having grown up in Deephaven and spending many summers with families In what is naw called Cruisers'Cove none of this type of activity ever got even close to what it has become today. Sectlon 2—3 This property as is all the other praperties on the island are currently Recreational-seasonal non-homestead. This property has been a cabin in the famlly since it's construction, it has never been sold and the intent is to keep it in the family, renting is a short term solutlon to pay high taxes until other young family members can become establfshed financially.It and any other current short term rentals i�the city are not a principle place of residence,as long term are not,this would indicate to me that this is 1)to make It Impossible to rent and 2} it Is leaving the door open for homeowners who what to rent their homes during high proflle events for inflated prices over short terms, excluding this opportunity of other property owners. (Example PGA Golf tournaments;the Superbowl football championship ect.)Since this is an amendment to the Business Section of the code I would assume that current business owners are not required to reside within city limits as a basis far being permitted to do buslness in the clty. Section 2—5 There are only platted roads no actual ciry maintained roads exist.There are no civil amenities provided by the city for roads.There are no city pravided amenities on the island. Sectlon 2-9 This is already our current minimum requirement however due to the way the calendar fiils up lt leaves an occaslonal two night window in which we would like ta reserve the ability to fill these dates. Section 2-11 This does not apply Section 2-12 Because we have no civil amenities all renters are required to take their garbage with them when they leave.A large garbage can with a plastic bag fs provided as a collection receptacle for them to bag up the garbage for this function. Section 2-13 The owner is on the deed as the designated trustee of the family trust. Some other thoughts are that Big Isfand historically has been a destination,whether it is families enjoying their cabins or when the Amusement park existed or as it was transformed i�to the Veterans Camp people have always enjoyed it under a short term basis. Which leads to the question that since the Three Rivers Park District has jur(sdiction over both the properties the County has bought up over the years as well as the Veteran's Camp property which the City of Orono now owns, how does this affect the Districts ability to if they so choose in the future to open the Veterans Camp or their other areas of the Island to camping for a fee,this would fall under short term rental for all practical purposes.Wouid this ordinance conflict with that and who would be assigned to faciiitate that,along with enforcement?I have never seen any police representation from the Orono police force or the Three River Police force on the island.The only representation that responds to calls currently is the Hennepin County Sheriff Water Patrol which already has their hands full due to the activity on the water. How does this impact the Power Squadron Property,they essentially are collecting a fee from members which in turn are allowed to camp overnight on the property, how will this proposed amendment effect them in fairness to how the rest of the properties are affected. If a rented boat is moored,anchored to or beached on the island and its occupants are staying overnight wouldn't that fall under this ordinance as well7 How would that be enforced? We understand the implications of having a short term rental in neighborhoods with smaller lots that have had larger homes constructed/reconstructed on them,has a higher level for the potential for neighboring properties to be concerned and thus contributing to the city's desire to regulate these activities is justified. I would like to ask that consideration be made to exempt the island from this ordinance based upon the historical use and activities of the island properties,with regard to the items mentioned above and the ability to apply them equally to all the properties on the island. Due to these historical,current and possible projected uses in the future it would seem that an exception would be suited for the island properties. Thank you for conside�ation of these issues as it applles to the current amendment proposal and the request to exempt the island properties form the proposal. Dear City of Orono Counsei Members & Planning Commission Members; My family has VRBO property we rent out on Big Island and Long Lake. My husband Mike Laughlin has already submitted a letter to the City Council regarding our property on Big Island, so the following is in reference to the Long Lake property that I Jody Laughlin manage. I understand neighbors are concerned about having a large rental property next to them. However, it's important for the council to understand that we have never had an issue or complaint with the rental. We provide clear, written out instructions of property use, which includes: • Established quiet hours • Limits to the number of guests and ages permitted • Trash removal and days of trash pick up Additionally, we point out the property boundaries and provide explicit communication to the renters, by phone and in person of the following: � To be respectful of the neighbors by fallowing the quiet hours • The need to adhere to speed limits and use extra caution driving through neighborhood • Limiting the parking to what the property permits I advise our renters that we are sensitive to homeowners who live there year- round, and that some have concerns about rental properties. Therefore, we stress the need to be very respectful of the property and neighbors so as not to cause them upset. All of aur guests understand and agree to adhere to our explicit rules and requests. Faiiure to comply will be cause to lose their damage deposi#. After speaking with Jeremy Bamhart about what prompted this new proposed ordinance, he said an incident in June. This is one incident! All the rental property owners I have spoken with are very restrictive of what is allowed at their properties, and very cautious to whorn they allow rent their property. Jeremy also mentioned there is a fear among some that smaller Orono properties could be remodeled into larger ones for possible rentals, leading to more concerns for the neighbors. The 6,OOQ sq foot property in Long Lake has a limit of 8 guests; and if a larger day gathering is held on the property we request names and ages of people on the property. A large gathering fee is charged, but limited to no more than 12. All parking has to be contained in the circle driveway. By implementing an explicit signed rental agreement such as this, with a large damage deposit would help avoid these problems. The owners & I give out our personal phone numbers to the neighbors, so if there is ever a situation that needs our attention, I will drive out to Long Lake and remedy it right away out of respect to the neighbors. With reference to our Property on Big Island, it is ironic that the very things that are outiined in the City's proposed ordinance, are all happening even more so in our back yard of our rental property. On most weekends our guests endure loud objectionable music and bass booming from hundreds of boats tied together. The drinking, drug use, foul language, nudity, relieving themselves over board or up on the island's public land and on the private property of the Island property owners, trash left behind etc., makes this a much bigger, serious issue to the property owners on the island. Complaining does no good. When partying boats sees the water patrol coming, they put away their drinks and drugs, get dressed, and turn off the loud offensive music. Water Patral checks for life jackets, and asks that they keep it down. As soon as the water patrol is out of site they resume their loud partying! Shouldn't the focus be on Cruisers Cove instead of VRBOs where the home- owner has more at stake? Not to mention the Image of Lake Minnetonka to enjoy the lake safely and without the free for all reputation that is Cruisers Cove? These rental properties are short-term rentals, and seasonal. To place unnecessary and impossible ordinances against these properties is unfair and will cause a hardship. Since VRBOs are also properties we use for enjoyment, we ensure that they are kept in very good condition, clean 8� enjoyable. We take pride in ownership! Please reconsider what these ordinances will do to an in industry that thrives on tourism, and how this impacts not only the rental owner, but the city as a whole. Thank you for your consideration, Sincerely, Jody Laughlin Michael Laughlin February 3, 2016 Regarding short term rental ordinance and licensing. Katherine Kitt Property Owner: 3635 Northshore Drive, Orono 55391 I have been a Home-Away vacation rental property owner for three years; I have had wonderful guests stay at this property. I screen all potential guests at the time of their inquiry as to the purpose of their visit, the number of guests that will be at the property, and at this time I explain that this property is located in a residential neighborhood and the guidelines of reasonable behavior, no noise or disturbances after 9pm that could be heard by a neighbor. This property is not rentable for events, parties, receptions, weddings, etc. After the screening, if this does not seem like an appropriate fit for the property, I send a reply that the property is unavailable. Most of the guests are either single couples, or a family with two children. I also have a rental agreement stating the rules for the property that is signed by the tenant prior to their arrival. I do not have a problem with adding additional rules of conduct and stronger language to the rental agreement if necessary, I do have a significant problem with being told what I can and cannot do responsibly with my own property that I own and pay taxes on. Sincerely, Katherine Kit Jeremy Barnhart From: Georgette Jabbour Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 9:43 PM To: Jeremy Barnhart Subject: New ordinances Hello, I am an Orono resident living on Bayside Rd. I do think that restrictions on vacation rentals is a good idea. I would encourage an annual permit for such a rental be available to residents. That would help avoid that accusation that the City is taking away a home owners financial sustainability. In regard to the lighting, what is the definition of"excessive lighting"? Thank you for your work, Georgette Jabbour i February 3, 2016 Jeremy Barnhart Community Development Director,City of Orono PO Box 66 Crystal Bay MN 55323 Dear Jeremy and Orono City Planning Commission, I would like to make a public comment for the workshop on February 3rd regarding the proposed ordinance dealing with short term rentals. I agree that establishing standards for the protection of renter, neighborhood and community at large is a very laudable goal. I do not feel that prohibiting these rentals is the right approach. The City of Orono and the surrounding cities has a definite lack of available housing for short term people coming into the area and as such people that may do short term rentals help fill some of this need for the community. Having been a 43 year resident of Orono and most recently moving away for business in the last 6 years I built my retirement home in Orono with an eye to returning to it in a couple of years. The ability for me to rent the home on a short term basis occasionally throughout the year has been a benefit to a great many people and has allowed me to maintain a presence in the community that I wish to return to. I take great care to screen all potential tenants and minimize the impact on the neighborhood and this also allows me to invest and keep up my property to the highest possible standards for the benefit of the neighborhood. I feel that putting some standard in place such as a minimum 3 day rental or 1 week rental may help significantly as well as establishing a resolution process for any problems that may arise from any disputes or problems that neighbors may have. I have several rental properties in different communities across the country and most communities level a small fee on each of the people renting the properties to help defray this cost. This allows them to establish a resolution process if there are any problems with renters that could be handled in a manner so all neighbors are treated properly and able to enjoy their homes. I would be happy to serve on an advisory board or give additional input in person if needed. I can be reached at (612) 245-9665. Sincerely, � Benjamin Milbrath Owner: 1404 Balder Park Rd, Wayzata MN 55391 PC Exhibit D ��`VO To: Chair Leskinen and Planning Commission Members Jessica Loftus, City Administrator y� � � `qkESH�� From: Jeremy Barnhart, Community Development Director Date: November 16, 2015 Subject: #15-3759, City of Orono, Text Amendment:Vacation Rentals Public Hearing Application Summary: The rental of private property for vacationers may impact existing neighborhoods due to increases in traffic, noise, and activity during irregular hours. Staff Recommendation: Staff requests review of issues and direction prior to proceeding. List of Exhibits Draft Ordinance Background The use of property for short term rentals appears to have been growing over the past several years, in part due to the proliferation of AirBn6,VRBO, and Home-away websites, where travelers can search for homes based on local amenities, including Lake Minnetonka. Identified concerns with the rental of rooms or houses in residential areas include absentee owners, loud parties,traffic, parking, overcrowding, and safety of renters. The City has received some complaints;vacationers host events at late hours that conflict with neighbors not on vacation; renters park in the street or have parties that spill off of the property, depositing trash and similar items in the yard. When this issue was originally raised, staff identified 8 homes in the city listed on the VRBO website. A notice was sent to these owners, posted on the website, and the city newsletter reminding owners to "be a good neighbor". The City does not have a rental ordinance, a mechanism to inspect property annually to verify life safety requirements of the building code are met,therefore,the safety of vacationers in private homes is not verifiable. The attached first draft is intended to initiate discussion of the issues and possible solutions. Staff suggests regulating this issue through a business licensing process,where a license is required annually. The Planning Commission is asked to review the ordinance, and identify other concerns not addressed. With Planning Commission direction,staff will prepare appropriate changes,to be reviewed at a future meeting. ORDINANCE NO. , THIRD SERIES CITY OF ORONO HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORONO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING ARTICLE IV TO CHAPTER 26 AND AMENDING SECTION 26-31 REGARDING SHORT-TERM RENTAL LICENSING THE CITY COUNCIL OF ORONO ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 26-31 Definitions of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the following text: Rent shall mean, for the purpose of this definition, leasin�, subleasin , l� ettin�or hirin� occupanc� Short-term rental shall mean the rental to a person or �p of persons a residential unit for a period of less than thirtv (30) consecutive calendar davs in a zonin�district where residential uses are allowed. Short-term rentalpropertv means a parcel of real propertv and includes the premises u�on which a short-term rental unit is located and the parkin�areas, driveways, landscaping, accessory structures, fences, walls, swimmin�pools, hot tubs, and spas. SECTION 2. Article IV.—Short Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-80— Short term rental (a) Required. It is unlawful for anyperson to rent their property for a period less than 30 davs without first havin�obtained a Business License as outlined in Article II of this chapter. f Section 26, para�raphs 31 throu h�421 (b) Re�ulation. No license may be issued unless all of the following are complied with: ]. The owner shall ensure that the occupants and �uests of a short term rental unit do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances en�a�e in disorderly conduct or violate provisions of the Citv of Orono Code or any State law pertaining to noise, disorderly conduct, overcrowdin�, the consumption of alcohol, or the use of ille a��s. Owners are expected to take any measures necessar,y to abate disturbances includin�, but not limited to directing the occupants and guests of a short term rental unit to cease the disturbing conduct, removing the occupant and/ or guests or takin�any other action necessary to immediately abate the disturbance. Page 1 of 3 2. The owner shall ensure that the propertv com�ly with all applicable codes regardin�fire, buildin�, and safet� 3. Short term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place of residence only. Verification may include voter re�istration, or driver's license. 4. The owner shall provide a twenty- four (24) hour emer e�ncy contact that will be available to respond to issues at the short term rental property within sixtv(60� minutes to complaints re a��the condition, operation, or conduct of occupants of a rental unit. 5. The short-term-rental property must have a visible house number easily seen from the street day or ni.� 6. The short term rental propertv shall be used only for overni�ht lod�in , accommodations They mav not be used for parties (weddin�, bachelor/ bachelorette), conferences or similar events. 7. All advertisin� for the short term rental shall include the City issued license number. 8. The primary overni�ht and davtime occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult eighteen 18 vears of age or older This adult must provide a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner by telephone at all times. 9. The owner shall rec�uire all occupants to agree to a minimum stay of three 3 consecutive ni� 10. The owner shall limit overnight occu�ancyrin a short-term rental unit to not exceed two 2 over the a e�persons per bedroom. 11. Two off street parkin�spaces shall be provided at minimum. The maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental property shall be limited to the number of available off street�arkin�spaces. 12. The owner of a short-term rental propertv shall provide sufficient trash collection containers and service to meet the demand of the occupants. 13. The owner must be a natural person and not any tvpe of corporation or �artnership. The owner's name must be on the deed to the property. 14. The Citv may conduct an inspection of the short term rental property as deemed necessarv or prudent includin�without limitation based upon an.�plaints or violations that occur or prior to a renewal of a permit. 15. The owner will be required to �rovide the citX and an��uests with the name and telephone number of a contact person who can be at the propertv in 60 minutes. The contact person can be the owner. (c) License period. Licenses shall expire December 31 of each year. SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and publication. ADOPTED this day of , 2015 on a vote of_ayes and_ nays by the City Council of Orono, Minnesota. ATTEST: Page 2 of 3 Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan, Mayor Ordinance published in The Laker and The Pioneer newspapers the week of , 2015. Page 3 of 3 CC Exhibit C MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. ROLL CALL The Orono Planning Commission met on the above-mentioned date with the following members present: Chair Denise Leskinen, Commissioners Keven Landgraver, Bruce Lemke, Christopher McGrann, Loren Schoenzeit, and John Thiesse. Representing Staff were Community Development Director Jeremy Barnhart, Senior Planner Michael Gaffron, City Planner Melanie Curtis, and Recorder Jackie Young. Council Member Jim Cornick, Jr.,was present. 6. #15-3759 CITY OF ORONO TEXT AMENDMENT, SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS,9:20 P.M.—9:46 P.M. Barnhart noted at its February 3 workshop,the Planning Commission heard from seven property owners commenting on the proposed vacation rental ordinance. Those seven property owners are among the 12 vacation rental owners identified by Staff after searching through the various vacation rental websites. Most of the comments received respected the need for regulation, with the owners indicating that they are more protective with their own home and property than the City would be, but they did not want overly restrictive regulations. They also did not support a total ban on vacation rentals. Staff has prepared a basic draft ordinance. There was some discussion at the workshop about removing certain criteria included in the draft ordinance. Barnhart noted the draft ordinance has not been modified and that he would like to hear some more input from the Planning Commission tonight. At the workshop Barnhart stated he heard from the Planning Commission that there should be some regulation, such as a license, but not a prohibition. The draft resolution includes 15 criteria and Staff report includes an analysis of that criteria. Barnhart noted language that appears elsewhere in the Code is in italics and can be removed if the Planning Commission feels it is redundant. Barnhart stated he would like to get some more feedback from the Planning Commission tonight and then move it forward to the City Council. Lemke asked if he received any rental agreements. Page 1 of 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Barnhart indicated he did not. Lemke asked if the draft ordinance was set at a minimum of three nights. Barnhart noted some people at the workshop felt a maximum was more appropriate and some felt that three was too much of a minimum. Staff feels three is appropriate since most people will rent the home for a long weekend. Barnhart stated the issue is with one group of people renting it for one night and another group the next night. Barnhart stated requiring a minimum of three nights helps to respect the neighborhood. Thiesse stated in his view three nights are a little too much and that some of these will be weekend rentals, which is only two nights. Landgraver indicated he is in agreement with Commissioner Thiesse. Schoenzeit stated to his knowledge the City has yet to hear from one person who has been the victim of the noise and has only received one complaint that was actually from the homeowner. Schoenzeit noted the City has no actual documented abuse cases and that they chose to do nothing about the rooster lady due to the low volume of complaints. Schoenzeit stated in his view this is an ordinance in search of a problem that does not exist. Landgraver noted there is a letter in the packet from a resident that says they are against rentals. Thiesse stated this is the ground floor and similar ordinances are popping up in a number of cities. Thiesse stated Orono is not asking the property owners to do anything more than what some of them are already doing. Schoenzeit stated the real issue is who the City can call on short notice to deal with a problem. Schoenzeit stated the draft ordinance has a pretty good overlap with existing ordinances and that in his view this ordinance encroaches on property owners' rights. Page 2 of 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Lemke noted Item No. 3 says that short-term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place of residence only. Lemke noted one person at the workshop mentioned she had another property a few doors away and that she does not live there. Lemke stated she also indicated that if she cannot rent it would be a financial hardship. Barnhart stated there was another gentleman who raised the same concern as well regarding a cabin on Big Island. Barnhart stated he understands their point but that the City needs to be careful to make sure the neighborhood retains that residential character. Barnhart stated he looks at it as a situation similar to a home occupation and that the person needs to live there to have a home occupation. Barnhart stated in his opinion that was an important characteristic of this industry and that it needs to be their primary residence. Lemke stated he still has some concerns with that. Lemke noted the two off-street parking spaces do not apply to the cabin on Big Island. Lemke stated the third item he had some concern with was the requirement that the owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation or partnership. Thiesse stated he would agree with that on the license. Schoenzeit stated dictating who can apply for a permit is way out of bounds and that in his view the City needs to accept that entity as the license applicant. Schoenzeit stated the reason why the property is owned by a corporation could be because of a tax structure. Schoenzeit stated in his view it is a slippery slope. Barnhart stated it could be as simple as changing the language to say,the licensee shall be. Thiesse noted Item No. 4 requires that the owner be available to respond to issues within 60 minutes to complaints. Thiesse stated no one at the workshop said they couldn't be there within 30 minutes and that 60 minutes is a long time to wait if someone is experiencing problems. Schoenzeit commented the City should be just as responsive to residents' concerns. Page 3 of 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Thiesse noted No. 11 requires two off-street parking spaces. Thiesse suggested some language be included so people know they cannot park on the yard. Barnhart indicated parking spaces are defined already in the Code and that it is not necessary to add more language. Thiesse noted Item No. l, third line, states they should not violate provisions of the City of Orono Code or any state law. Thiesse suggested incorporating the language, "including those pertaining to." Thiesse recommended Item No. 2 say"comply with all applicable codes, including those regarding fire"rather than regarding fire. Thiesse asked if the City wants the trash collection concealed. Barnhart stated it would be no more than what is already required. Barnhart noted during the discussion there was some thought about removing Articles 3, 6, 9 and 13. Barnhart indicated he did not remove those yet to help facilitate the discussion tonight. Thiesse asked if Item No. 13 would be changed to licensee. Landgraver stated it would still result in the same problem since the City does not know if someone has set up a living trust and they have transferred the title to a corporation. Landgraver stated a living trust is clearly for the benefit of the person living there and the City is saying that isn't allowed. Landgraver stated in his view corporations perhaps should not be allowed but that there are probably properties in Orono that are in a living trust. Thiesse stated he does not want someone to have to call the number for a corporation. Schoenzeit noted liquor licenses require the listing of a manager or a live person that should be contacted in the event of a problem. Page 4 of 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Leskinen recommended the requirement for the owner's name be taken out since the deed on the property could say the name of a trust. Leskinen stated for homestead purposes there needs to be a whole separate document filed in order for a trust to be listed. Schoenzeit stated the owner's representative needs to be identified. Lemke asked if anyone else has problems with No. 3. Thiesse stated he does since the City has at least two people that are complying with everything else but it is not their primary residence. Landgraver stated in his view there are two situations, one on Big Island and then everybody else. Landgraver noted if you are on Big Island, is it considered recreational property. McGrann questioned how the City can stop someone if they want to buy a property in Orono as a rental. Barnhart stated the City could simply require a license. Schoenzeit noted the Your Boat Club rents out two homes already and they are not registered. Schoenzeit stated in his view this is a slippery slope and that the City should simply enforce their nuisance regulations. Leskinen stated if they strip everything out of the draft ordinance that they know is already addressed in City Code to some level,they would essentially be asking potential people to register their property as a rental property so that the City is aware the property could potentially be rented. Leskinen stated in her opinion it is more of a registration than a license. Barnhart stated the primary benefit is that the City has a responsible party that can respond to complaints. McGrann indicated he is fine with the license requirement as long as it is something the City can revoke if need be. McGrann stated the City has not had any issues and that they need to respect everyone's Page 5 of 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. property rights but that the person renting out his ar her property also needs to respect everyone else in the neighborhood. Leskinen asked if he is more comfortable with a periodic rental. McGrann indicated he is not sure of the exact number of nights that should be required or allowed. McGrann stated in his view people who are coming to Orono are coming to the community for the neighborhood and the environment. McGrann stated the character of the neighborhood could change if there are a number of rentals. Landgraver stated the City should at least put a process in place to identify the persons responsible for rental properties, and if complaints are received,the City would have the licensing process in place and could then start attaching conditions. Landgraver stated they are requesting they tell the City they are doing this and in return the City will remind them of the regulations. Landgraver stated the license could be renewed once a year and at that time any problems could be addressed. Leskinen stated the renewal piece can become the enforcement mechanism. Landgraver stated the code is also an enforcement piece. Lemke noted at the workshop the residents indicated they had even more restrictions than what the City is proposing. Schoenzeit stated he would rather see strong and consistent nuisance enforcement by the City rather than just identifying rental properties. Schoenzeit stated the enforcement should be consistent across the City. Leskinen asked if Commissioner Schoenzeit feels the police department or City would respond quicker to a complaint regarding a rental versus a general nuisance complaint. Schoenzeit stated regular residents are not under the same enforcement rules. Page 6 of 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Landgraver stated the draft ordinance is the framework and that the question is what the requirements should be. Landgraver stated the consensus appears to be that there should be some type of licensing or registration. Thiesse stated he likes the registration or licensure requirements. Thiesse stated he recalls the Planning Commission talking about boats and how only the owner's boat can be at the dock. Barnhart stated based on tonight's discussion so far, it sounds like Items 2 through 15 could be removed, with Item No. 1 being left in since some criteria is required if a license is to be revoked or not renewed. Lemke stated he likes No. 9,which limits it to a minimum of two nights; requiring a 30 minute response time instead of 60 minutes; and then also Nos. 8, 11, and 15. Barnhart noted 15 and 4 are very similar and that he would suggest keeping Item No. 4 and removing 15. Lemke stated he likes the ordinance and what it is attempting to accomplish. Leskinen stated she is not sure if it does any good to keep No. 2 if Item No. 1 is staying. Leskinen stated it sounds like Items 1, 4, 6 8, 9, 15 are being kept in. Thiesse noted Items 4 and 15 were similar and that 15 was going to be removed. Barnhart stated he heard that Items 1, 4, 6, 8, 9, and 11 should remain. Chair Leskinen opened the public hearing at 9:45 p.m. Jim Cornick, Council Member, stated he would like some discussion on Item No. 8. Cornick suggested the Planning Commission give some consideration to raising it to 21. Chair Leskinen closed the public hearing at 9:46 p.m. Lemke stated he likes that idea. It was the consensus of the Planning Commission to raise the age of the rent to 21. Page 7 of 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Landgraver moved,McGrann seconded,to recommend approval of Application No. 15-3759,City of Orono,Text Amendment: Vacation Rentals as amended,with Items 1,4,6,8,9,and 11 remaining in the ordinance and the other items being stricken.VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 1,Schoenzeit opposed. Schoenzeit stated the ordinance is redundant with City Code, infringes on property owners' rights, and is regulating something that is not an issue. Thiesse noted everything left in the ordinance is specific to the licensure. Page 8 of 8 Electronic Copy ��, � . �. � � � �:� REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION _—�� DATE: April 11,2016 ITEM NO: 16 Department Approval: Administrator Reviewed: Agenda Section: Name Jeremy Barnhart �� Planning Title Community Development Director Item Description: #15-3759, City of Orono,Text Amendment: Short Term(Vacation)Rentals Application Summary At their meeting on March 14, the Council discussed Vacation Rentals, ultimately tabling action on the item pending further investigation to determine what other cities are doing, and what legal ramifications there might be with a proposed ordinance. Staff contacted several area cities: Rental Short term �ity Ordinance/ Notes rental specific? policy? Exceisior Yes No For 4 or more units Minnetonka Beach No No Greenwood No Yes Prohibits lease terms less than 30 days Deephaven No No Wayzata Yes No By license. All rental is treated the same Medina No No Minnetonka No Yes Lodging license Mound No No Plymouth Yes No License required, 3 yr.term Spring Lake Park No No The City Attorney will respond to the legal questions posed by Council. Planning Commission Recommendation The Planning Commission recommends approval of the ordinance as drafted, with a vote of 5-1 on February 16, 2016. The one dissenting vote was due to the opinion that there was not sufficient problem to warrant an ordinance amendment. . . . '..`{ , � . . .�. t Planning Staff Recommendation Staff recommends approval of the ordinance as drafted. The attached Planning Commission staff report(Exhibit B) describes the issue in more detail. Action Requested: Staff and the Planning Commission recommend approval of the Ordinance as drafted. List of Exhibits: ExhibitA. DraftOrdinance Exhibit 8. Council packet dated March 14, 2016 Exhibit C. PC Minutes dated February 16, 2016 Council Exhibit A 4-11-16 ORDINANCE NO. , THIRD SERIES CITY OF ORONO HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORONO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING ARTICLE IV TO CHAPTER 26 AND AMENDING SECTION 26-31 REGARDING SHORT-TERM RENTAL LICENSING THE CITY COUNCIL OF ORONO ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 26-31 Definitions of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the following text: Rent shall mean for the pur�ose of this definition, leasing, subleasin , le�ttin� or hirin� for occupancv. Short-term rental shall mean the rental to a person or r�oup of persons a residential unit for a period of less than thirty (30) consecutive calendar days in a zonin� district where residential uses are allowed. Short-term rental propertv means a�arcel of real propertv and includes the premises upon which a short-term rental unit is located and the parking areas, driveways, landscapin�, accessorv structures, fences, walls, swimmin�pools, hot tubs, and spas. SECTION 2. Article IV.—Short Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-80— Short term rental licenses (a) Purpose. The use of residential property for short term rental has the potential far increased traffic congestion on the streets, noise, and disrespectful activitv to the detriment of the nei�hborhood. The City of Orono has determined that responsive ownership of the rental propert��ates these issues. (b) Required. It is unlawful for an�person to rent their property for a period less than 30 davs without first having obtained a Business License as outlined in Article II of this chapter. [Section 26, para�raphs 31 throu�l (c) Re�ulation. No license maybe issued unless all of the following are complied with: 1. The owner shall ensure that the occupants and�uests of a short term rental unit do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances en�a�e in disorderlv conduct or violate provisions of the City of Orono Code or any State law includin th�ose pertaining to noise disorderly conduct, overcrowding, the consumption of alcohol or the use of ille a� 1 dru�s. Owners are expected to take any measures necessarv to abate disturbances includin�, but not limited to directing the Page 1 of 2 occupants and guests of a short term rental unit to cease the disturbing conduct, removin�the occupant and/or �uests or takin�y other action necessary to immediately abate the disturbance. 2. The owner shall provide a twenty- four (24) hour emer�encv contact that will be available to respond to issues at the short term rental property within thirtv (30� minutes to complaints re a� rding the condition, operation, or conduct of occupants of a rental unit. 3. The short term rental pro�erty shall be used only for overni�ht lod�g accommodations. The�may not be used for parties (wedding, bachelor/ bachelorette), conferences or similar events. 4. The primary overni�ht and daytime occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult twenty-one 21 years of age or older. This adult must provide a telephone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner b.�phone at all times. 5. The owner shall rec�uire all occupants to agree to a minimum stay of two 2 consecutive nights• 6. Two off street parkin�spaces shall be�rovided at minimum. The maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental property shall be limited to the number of available off street parking, snt�aces. Rental Property on islands is exempt from this requirement. (d) License period. Licenses shall expire December 31 of each vear. SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and publication. ADOPTED this day of , 2016 on a vote of_ayes and_ nays by the City Council of Orono, Minnesota. ATTEST: Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan, Mayor Ordinance published in The Laker and The Pioneer newspapers the week of , 2016. Page 2 of 2 Council Exhibit B REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION DATE: March 14, 2016 ITEM NO: 13 Department Approval: Administrator Reviewed: Agenda Section: Name Jeremy Barnhart �� Planning Title Community Development Directar Item Description: #15-3759, City of Orono,Text Amendment: Short Term(Vacation)Rentals Application Summary The issue of short term (also known as vacation)rentals has been a topic of growing concern nationally over the last couple of years. It appears the loss of tax revenue and inspection oversight is a concern of larger municipalities. In Orono, the concerns seems to revolve more around neighborhood concerns with noise, parking, traffic, etc. Last summer, some Councilmembers receive one or more complaints from property owners regarding excessive noise, traffic, and trash associated from some rentals. At the time, a letter was sent to property owners understood to be renting to vacationers, reminding them to be good neighbors. Two properties were reported by neighbors to be renting to vacationers, though were found to be owner occupied. No complaints were received by city staff after the letters went out. Planning Commission Recommendation In February,the Planning Commission hosted a listening session on the subject, hearing from 8 owners (of the 12 identified by staf� of vacation rental property who advised the Planning Commission that they regulate their renters in a manner stricter than proposed by the City. Public hearings have been held on the subject in November 2015, January and February 2016. A copy of the draft ordinance was posted on the cities website since December. During this time, the Planning Commission reviewed several drafts of an ordinance, including a version that prohibited short term rentals. After much discussion during the February Planning Commission meeting (draft minutes attached, Exhibit C),the Commission is forwarding an ordinance that requires an annual license to rent dwellings in a short term basis. Included within this requirement are 6 conditions that must be followed to receive a license. The Commission purposefully did not restate ordinance regulations already in the city code. The 6 conditions primarily act as a reminder, and an ability to register property owners so that upon complaint,the city can react faster. The Planning Commission, with a vote of 5-1, recommended approval of the ordinance following the public hearing on February 16t". Commissioner Schoenzeit felt that the ordinance was unnecessary and was regulating something that wasn't an issue. No one spoke in favor or opposition to the proposal. Planning Staff Recommendation Staff recommends approval of the ordinance as drafted. The attached Planning Commission staff report(Exhibit B) describes the issue in more detail. Action Requested: Staff and the Planning Commission recommend approval of the Ordinance as drafted. List of Exhibits: ExhibitA. DraftOrdinance Exhibit 8. Planning Commission packet dated February 16, 2016 Exhibit C. Draft PC Minutes Council Exhibit A (3-14-1fi) ORDINANCE NO._, THIRD SERIES CITY OF ORONO HENNEPI�1 COLTNTY,NIIIVNESOTA Aiv ORDriVANCE A�1�iENDII�'G THE ORONO iVILTTICIPAL CODE BY ADDING ARTICLE IV TO CHAPTER 26 AND AMENDLYG SECTION 26-31 REGARDING SHORT-TERM RENTAL LICENSING THE CITY COUNCIL OF ORO�iO ORD,AINS: SECTION 1. Sectian 26-31 Definitions of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the following text: Rent shall mean, for the purpose of this definition, leasin�, subleasing lettin,g or hirin�for occupancv. Short-term rentad shall mean the rental to a erson or ou of ersons a residential unit for a period of less than thirtv(30) consecutive calendar days in a zoning district where residential uses are allawed. Short-term rental property means a pazcel of real propertv and includes the premises upon which a short-term rental unit is located and the parking azeas driveways landscanin� accessorv siructures, fences,walls, swimrnin�pools hot tubs and spas SECTION 2. Article IV.—Short Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-80—Short tertn rentallicenses (a) ose. The use of residential propertv for short term rental has the potential for increased tra.�fic, con�estion on the streets,noise, and disrespectful activity to the detriment of the neighborhood. The City of Orono has determined that resnonsive ownershin of the rental propertv miti�ates these issues. {b} Rec�uired. It is unlawful for anv person to rent their property for a period less than 30 da s without first hav�ing obtained a Business License as outlined in Article II of this chapter. [Section 26, para�phs 31 throu�h 421 (c} Re ation. No license may be issued unless all of the following are com�lied with: 1. The awner shail ensure that the occupants and ests of a short term rental unit do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances en a e in disorderl conduct or violate provisions of the Ci �of Orono Code or anv State law including those pertainin�to noise, disorderly conduct, overcrowding the consumotion of atcohol or the use of ille a1 dru s. Owners aze ex ected to take an measures necessarv to abate disturbances includings but not limited to directin�t,�he Page 1 of 2 occupa�nts and �uests of a short term rental unit to cease the distuxbing conduct, removing the occupant andl or guests or taking anv other action necessar� immediatel abate the disturbance. 2. The owner shall nrovide a twen -four(24�hour emer e�ncy contact that will be available to re�nd to issues at the short term rental propertv within thirty (30) minutes to complaints re�ardian�the condition, operation,or conduct of occupants af a rental unit. 3. The short term rental propertv sha11 be used onlY for overnight lodg�g, accommociations. The}�may not be used for parties(wedding.bachelor/ bachelorette conferences or sixnilar events. 4. The pri overni t and daytime occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult twent -one 2I ears of a e or older. This adult must rovide a tele hone number to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner by telenhone at all times. 5. The owner sha11 reQuire all occupants to agree to a minirnuzn stay of two 2 consecutive ni�hts. 6. Two off street parking spaces sha11 be nrovided at minimutn. The maxunum number of vehicles aliowed at a short-term rental propertv shall be limited to the number of available off street pazkin�snaces. Rentat Propert�on islands is exempt from this requirement. {d} License eriod. Licenses shall ex ire December 31 of each ear. SECTION 3. EF�'ECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and publica.tion. ADOPTED this day of ,2016 on a vote of_ ayes and nays by the City Council of Orono,Minnesota. ATTEST: Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan,Mayor Ordinance published in The Laker and The Pioneer newspapers the week of___ , 201 b. Page 2 of 2 Council Exhibit 8 ��Q To: Chair Leskinen and Planning Commission Members � � � , 1 lessica Loftus,City Administrator �.� �' G ��$ES�� From: Jeremy Barnhart,Community Development Director Date: February 15,2016 5ubject: #15-3759,City of Orono, Text Amendment:Vaca#ion Rentals Public Hearing � Applfcatfon Summary: The rental of private property for vacationers may impact ' � existing neighborhoods due to increases in traffic, noise, and activity during irregular ' hours. Staff Recommendatfon: Staff recommends the Planning Commission review the appropriateness of the ordinance as drafted and forward the result to Council far approval. � ust of Exhibits Exhibit A. Draft Ordinance regulating vacation rentals Exhibit B. Comparison of Provisions Exhibit C. Letters received Exhibit D. Planning Commission packet dated �Vovember Background In their workshop on February 3, 2016,the Planning Commission heard from seven property owners commenting on the proposed vacatian rental ardinance. These seven are among the 12 vacation rentals owners identffied by staff after searching through the various vacation rental websites in December, including AirBnb, Homeaway,VBR�. Most of those comments respected the need for regulations, noting that they are more protective with their own home and property than the city would be, but did not want overly restrictive regulations. They did not support a total ban on vacation rentals. The draft ordinance prepared and reviewed includes provisions for a business license, and 15 criteria. The Planning Commission is asked to modifythe draft ordinance and forward the draft to the City Council for adoption. Comments received, summarized: Jody laughlin, 120 8ig Island, noted that much of the issues of concern are issues she's experiencing in Cruisers Cove, adjacent to her property, and the response FILE#15-3759 16 February 2016 Page 2 aF 2 by the Sherriff and the City is lacking in effectiveness. Linda Molaski, 1925 Concordia, noted her contracts with renters are stricter than the cities proposed regulations. lenny Carter,2780 Shadywood,former inn keeper, rents a room in her house and she is more stringent that the propased ordinance. Daes have a concern with minimum stays. She wants the City to understand that how this industry is regulated says a lot about the city. Are people stranger, or merely visitors. She noted the VBRO rates guests, and that information can be used by the renter to determine appropriateness. Don Driggs owns Deering Island. He does not think the provision that excludes non-primary residences be included. He noted that much of the regulation is already covered by existing laws, and need not be readdressed. Katherine Kitt, 3635 North Shore drive rents her home, and questloned the number of issues that are triggering this discussion. She noted that her contract is stricter than the ordinance. Janie Heard, 2795 Shadywood Road, requested no changes to the ordinances already in place,felt they weren't needed Pau! Larson was concerned that any changes now couldn't be fully vetted with the snawbird owners away for the winter. (Letters were sent to property owners' addresses listed in Hennepin County Records, including California and Washington requesting comment.) Collectively,those speaking suggested provisions#3, 6,9, 13, be removed. Exhibit B, Comparison of Provfsions is intended to provide commentary regarding the respond to comments stating that the regarding the code already addresses some of the issues. Items in italics are already addressed in the city code. Exhibit C represents the letters received to date,for and against the proposed ordinance. The Planning Commission is asiced to complete one of the following actions: 1. Recommend approval of the ordinance as presented 2. Recommend approval of the ordinance with changes 3. Table action, directing stafFto complete specific research. PC Exhibit A (2-16-16) ORDINA1�iCE NO. , THIRD SERIES CITY OF ORONO HENNEPIN COUNTY,MINNESQTA AN ORDINANCE A..'VIENDII�G THE ORONO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDI�G ARTICLE IV TO CHAPTER 26 AND AMENDING SECTION 26-31 REGARDING SHQRT-TERM RENTAL LICENSI�IG THE CITY COUNCIL OF ORONO ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 26-31 Defini�ions of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the following text: Rent shall me for the ose of this definition leasin subleasin lettin or hirin for occupanc� Short-term rental shatl mean the rental to a nerson or�roup of persons a residential unit for a period of less than thirtv (30)consecutive calendar days in a zonin district where residential uses are allowed. Short-term rental propertv means a parcel of real propert�and includes the premises upon which a short-term rental unit is located and the parkin�r areas driveways landscapzzzg accessory structures, fences,walls, swimmin�pools,hot tubs and spas. SECTION 2. Article IV.—Short Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-80—Shart term rental licenses (a) Purpose. The use of residential pzopertv for short term rental has the potential for increased traffic con�estion on the streets noise and dzsrespectful activitv ta the detriment of the nei borhood. The Ci of Orono has determined that the (b) ReQuired. It is unlawful far any person to rent their propertv for a neriod less than 30 davs without first having obtained a Business License as outlined in Article II of this cha ter. Section 25 ara a hs 31 throu h 42 (c) Re�ulation. No license may he issued unless aIl of the followin�are complied with: 1, The owner shall ensure that the occupants and guests of a short term rental unit do not create utzreasoxiable noise or disturbances en a e in disorderl conduct or violate provisions of the Citv of Orano Code or any State law pertaining to noise disorderly conduct, overcrowdi.ng,the consumption of alcohol or the use of ille�at dru�s. _Owners are expected to take any measures necessary to abate disturbances includin.�,but not limited to directint�the occupants and Quests of a short term rental unit to cease the disturhin�conduct,removin�the occupant and! Page 1 of 3 or guests or taking any other action necessary to immediatelY abate the disturbance. 2. T'he owner shall ensure that the ro rt com 1 with all licable codes re�arding fire,buildinQ, and safet� 3. Short term rentals ma�permitted at the owner's princi�alplace of residence onlv. Verification mav include voter registration, or driver's license. 4. The owner shall provide a twen - four 24) hour emer�ency contact that will be available to respond to issues at the short term rental pro e�rty�vithin sixiy{60) minutes to comolaints re��the cond'rtion, operation, or conduct of occupants of a rental unit. 5. The short-term-rental propertv must have a visible house number easily seen from the street da or ni ht. 6. The short term rental properlv sha11 be used onlv for overni t lodging accommodations. They may not be used for parties (weddin�,bachelor/ bacheloretteZconferences or similax events. '7. All advertisin�for the short term rental shall include the Ci issued license number. 8. The primarv ovezni t and davtime occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult eighteen 18years of age or older. This adult must,�rovide a telephone number to the owner and sha11 be accessible to the owner b,y telephone at ail times. 9. The owner shall require a11 occupants to a�ree to a mi.nimum stay of three 3 consecutive ni h�ts. 10.The owner shall limit overnieht occupancy in a short-term rental unit to not exceed two 2 persons over the age of 5 per bedz�oam. 11. Twa off street narkin�spaces shall be provided at minimum, The maximum number of vehicles allowed at a short-term rental prop sha11 be limited to the number of available off street parking snaces. 12. The awner of a sho�t-term rental property shall provide sufficient trash collectian containers and service ta meet the demand af the occupants, 13. The owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation or �artnershit�. The owner's name must be on the deed to the propertv 14. The City may conduct an inspection of the short term rental propertv as deemed necessarv or prudent including without limitation based upon anv compiaints or violatiozzs that occur or prior to a renewal of a permit. 15. The owner will be required to provide the citv and anv guests with the name and telephone number of a contact person who can be at the tiropert in 60 minutes. The contact person can he the owner. (d) License period. Licenses sha11 expire December 31 of each vear, SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and publication. ADOPTED this day of ,2016 on a vote of ayes and _ nays by the City Council of Orono,Minnesota. Page2of3 ATTEST: Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod Mc�iillan, Mayor Ordinance published in The Laker and The Pioneer newspapers the week of , 2016. Page 3 of 3 PC Exhibit B dnalvcic nf nrnvicinnc ,. . . . �. 1. lhe ownersnplt ensure thut the occuponts onv guests of a short term 1 hese requiremenu are contained throughout the code,the renta!unit do not creote urtreasonable noise or distur6vnces engage 1n provislon reinforces the responsibility that the property owner disorderly conduct or violote provlslons of the Clty of Orono Code or any has to comply. State!aw Rertolning io nolse,dfsordedy conduct overcrowdiny,the consumption of olcohol,or the use of illegal drugs. Owners ore expected to take any measures necessary io abate dlsturtances rnduding,but not limited to directing the occupants and guests of a short term renta!unit to cease the dtsturbing mnduci,removing the orcupant and/or guests or tnking ony othe�oction necessary to immediotely abate the disturbance. 2. 7he ownershall ensure that the property comply with of!applrcable This provislon reinforces the responsibiiity that the property codes regardiny fire,building,and safety. owner has to comply with existing ci ordinances. 3. Short term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place The intent here is to maintaln the true residential cheracter of of residence oniy.Verification may include voter regtstratlon,or drtvers the neighborhood. Rer�ting a principal residence might be Ilcense. considered sfmilar to home occupations. Renting of non- primary residences might be considered a commerclal use In a residential distrfct. 4. The owner shall provide a twenty-four(24)hour emergency contact This provision provides authorities more repid response for out that wlll be available to respond to Issues at the short term rental of town property owners. prapr.rty within sixky(6Q)minutes to complaints regarding the conditEon, o eration,or conduct of otcu nts of a rental unit. 5. The short-term-rental property must have a vislble house number A building Code provision,allows for repid identlflcatlon of the eosily seen from the street day or nl ht. property for emergency response. 6. The short term renfal property sholl be used only for overnight Partlally addressed tn the code. Weddings and other Iarge ladging accommodations They may not be used for paKles(weddlnq, traffic generating evenu require a speclal event permit. Cades bachelor/bachelorette),conferences orslm!lorevents. do not specifically regulate partfes,other than under age consum lon,noise,and rking on public rights of wa . 7. All advertising for the short term rental shali include the City issued Provision allows for easler tracking of Iicensed properties. liCense number. 8. The primary overnlght and daytime occupant of a short term rental Intended to maintain a responslble adult in each rental contrad. unit must be an adult eighteen 18 years of age or older. This aduft must provide a telephone�umber to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner b teEe hone at all ttmes. 9. The owner shall requlre all occupants to agree to a mintmum stay of This is intended to prevent nightly,rapid turnover of new three 3 consecutive ni hts. renters. 10. The ownershal!limit overnfght occupancy tn a short-term rentol unit This is to prevent over crowding,somewhat addressed in the to rtot exceed two 2 ersons aver the age of 5 perbedroom. bullding code. 11. Two off street parking spaces shall be provided at minlmum. The More strict than the code_ Protects the rlght of way from maxlmum number of vehitles allowed at a short-term rental property becoming congested due to street parking and minimizes the shall be(imited to the number of avallable off street parking spaces. Intruston of the rental in the neighborhood. In many streets,on street parking!s permltted. 12. The owner of a shorf-ttrm rental propertyshal!provlde sufflclent An existing c'�ty requirement(54-32)requlres weekly collectlon. trosh collection contoinen ortd servlce to meet the demand of the occupanLs. 13. The owner must be a natural person and noc any type of corporatlon More strkt than the code. torporations,partnerships,and or partnership.The owner's name must be on the deed to the property. trusts may own propoerty. Intended to avoid a company owning multlple houses and operating a buslness,versus a true home sharing/rental sRuatlon. 14. The City may conduct an inspection of the short term rental properry More strict than the code. Allows for periodlc(annual} as deemed necessary or prudent Including without limitation based upon inspedion of propeRies to ensure provisions are met. Annual any complalnts or vlofations that occur or prior to a renewal of a permlt lnspedlon of homes ts not permitted otherwise. 15. The owner will be requlred to provide the city and any guests with Not a code provlsEon,aliows for rapid response to concerns, the name and telephone number of a contad person who can be at the slmllar to#4. property In 60 minutes.The contact person can be the owner. PC Exhibit 8 Analvsis of provisions • � � ,, 1. tne owner snalf ensure that the occupants ond guests oj a st►ort These requlrements afe Contairted throughout the code,the term renta!unrt do not creote unreosonable nolse or dlsturbances provision reinforces the responsibility that the property owner enpoye in diwrderly conduct or violate provlslons of the C!ty of Orono has to comply. Code or any State!ow pertoininQ to nolse,dlsorderly conduct overcrowding,[he consumption of alcohol,or the use of lllega!drugs. Owners are expected to toke ony measures necessary to obote disturbances induding,but not limifed to directing the occupants and guests of a short term renta!unrt to ceose the disturbing conduc� removing the occupont and/or guesis or taking any other octlon necessa to lmmedlatel abate the dlsturbance. 2. The owner sha!!ensure ihat the properry romply with a!!applicable This provislon ref nforces the responsibility that the property codes re ordin re,buildin and safety. owner has to com I wfth existin �it ordinances. 3. Short term rentals may be permltted at the owner's principal place The intent here is to malntain the true residential character of of residence only.Verification may Include voter registration,or driver's the neighborhood. Renting a principal residence might be license. considered similar to home occupations. Renting of non- primary residences might be considered a commertial use in a residerrtial district. 4. The owner shall provlde a twenty-tour(24)hour emergency corrtad Thfs provision provides authoritles more rapid response for out that w111 be avallable to respond to issues at the short term rental of town property owners. property withln slttty f 60)minutes to compiaints regarding the condition, o ratlon or conduct of occu ants of a rentel unit. 3. The short-term-rental property must have a vlslble house number A bullding Code provlsion,allows for rapld identification of the easi! seen rom the street doy or nighr. ro rt for emer en res onse. b. The short term rento!property sha!!be used onfyfor ovemfght Partlally addressed In the code, weddings and other large lodging accommodations They may not be used for portles(wedding, trafflc genereting events require a special event permlt. Codes 6ochelor/bachelorette),conferences or s!mllar events. do not speclflcally regulate parties,other than under age consumption,nofse,and parking on ubllc rl hts of wa . 7. All advertising for the short term rental shall include the City issued Provision allows far easier tracking of licensed properties. llcense number. 8. The primary overnlght and daytime occupant of a short term rental Irttended to malntafn a responslble adult In each rental unit must be an adult eighteen 18 years of age or older. This adult must contracL provide a telephone num6er to the owner and shall be accessible to the owner b tele hone at all times. 9. The owner shall require al!occupants to agree to a minlmum stay of Th1s is intended to prevent nlghtly,rapid turnover of new three 3 consecutive ni hts. renters. 10. The owoersholl lrmit ovemight occupnncyln a short-term rentaJ unit Thls Is to prevent over crowding,somewhat addressed in the to nat exceed two 2 rsons over che ope of 5 per bedroom. bulldi code. Si. Two ofF street parking spaces shall be provided at minfmum. The More strld than the code. Protects the right ot way from maximum number of vehicles aElowed at a short-term rental property becoming congested due to street parking and minlmlzes the shall be limited to the number of avalleble off street parking spaces. intrusion of the rerttal in the neighborhood. In many streets,on street arkin is permitted. 12. The owner of a short-term rental propertyshall provide sufficient An existing city requiremerrt(54-32)requlres weekly collection. trash co!lectlon cantaJners ond seivice to meet the demand of rhe occu onts. 13. The owner must be a natura{person and not any type of corporatiort More strlct tfiart the code. Corporations,partnerships,and or partnership.The owners name must be on the deed to the property. trusts may own propoerty. Intended to avoid a company owning multiple houses and operating a buslness,versus a true home sharin rental situation. 14. The City may conduct an inspection of the short term rental property More strtct than the code. Allows for periodic(annual) as deemed necessary or prudent Induding wtthout limftatlon 6ased upon Inspectlon of properties to ensure provisions are met. Annual any complalnts or vtolations that occur or prior to a renewal of a permit. inspection of homes is not permltted otherwtse. 15. The owner wi(I be required to provide the city and any guests with Not a code pravision,allows tor�apld response to concerns, the name and telephone number of a contact person who can be at the simifar to#4. prope In 60 minutes.The contact erson can be the owner. Items In Jtallcs are corttained in the code. PC Exh[bit C Jeremy Barnhart From: Sean Fay Ser�t: Wednesday, February 03,2016 8:48 AM To: Jeremy Bamhart Subj�ct: Re: Vacation Rentals Hello Jeremy Thank you for the email,I am traveling and won't be able to attend the meeting but heze aze a few thoughts. I am against short term rental Iess than a month especiaily on the lake.Nightiy or daily rentals spell trouble, everyone who rents them is on vacation so everyday they are there the potential far lots of people and a party exists. When you live in a neighborhood people have parties but you learn to respect yaur neighbors and you certainly don't do it every weekend. I also firnily believe that is reduces the value of the other properties surrounding the rental. What shocks me about the rental on our street is it is owned by a realtor and he has to know that this will effect the values of the houses surrounding his rental. Thanks agafn Jeremy Sean Foy Linnihan Foy Advertising 615 1st Avenue NE,Suite 320 Minneapolis,MN 55413 www.linnihanf . m 812-238-3002 6'12-238-3000(fax) Mobile 612-710-6262 On Feb 3,2016, at 7:15 AM, Jeremy Barnhart<barnhart(a�ci.orono.mn.us>wrote: Sean, T understand you are interested in potent�ai regulations the City of Orono is consldering for Vacation rentals. The Clty is c.�ntinuing its public comment period wtth a Itstentng s�ssion with the Planning Commisslon tonight at 5:30 at the Orono Gty Hall. You are weEcome to attend,or to send wrltten comments by replying to this email. Drafrs of the ordinances can be founci on the city webpage, under city news. Please do not hesitate to oontact me if you have any questfons. I can be reached by pohone at 952- 249-4626. ]eremy Barnhart 1 � Jeremy Barnhart From: Jody Laughlin Sent: Tuesday, February 02,201617:00 AM To: Jeremy Barnhart Subject: Fwd: RESPONCE LEZ'TER TO ORONO AtEachments: RESPONCE LETTER TO THE CITY OF ORONO.pdf Hello Jeremy, It was good speaking with you yesterday over the phone. Thank you for the information I inquired abou� Since we are not public speakers as I mentioned,here is our resgonse ietter fox the City of Orono council members, regarding the proposed new city ordinances for rental properties. We look farward to attending the meeting tomorrow evening. Thank you for the opporhmity to express our concerns from the other side,being a property owner that occasionally rents out on Big Island. Best regazds, Jody and Michael Laughlin From: Mike Laughlin-tlr Sent: Tuesday,February 2,2016 8:54 AM To: Cc: Subject: RESPONCE LETTER TO ORONO i CITY OF ORONQ MUNICIPAL CpDE AMfNDMEM',AR7ICLE N,CHAPTER 2b,SEC 2fi31: SECTION 2-1;With respect to ttte Gties iMerest In the issue cf unreasonable noise or disturbances it is understandaMe and that these issua need to be addressed,as it pertalns to our property it has a greater degree of isalatton from�eighboring propertles than standard neighborhoods and the likellhood of di�turbances Is exponentlally reduced_Furthermare our renters ar+e giving very clear communicalion that tesponslb{e use of the property Is expected and they must agree to this.Of a secondary and of a much higher tancern to us is tfie irnpact that"Cruisers Cove"has on the property owners on the lsland,e�ery Issue represented under sectidn 2-1 is violated every weekend and to sorne extent on week days,the noise level af the va�ious rafts of baat�ed together each wrrting their hlgh powered stereo systems up highe�to hear tt over the next raft Is very disturbing and some of the "music" ts highly obJectionable(and would not be allowed over the N ar Radio afrwaves)with the lyric cor�tent.The people are consutning large quantitles of atcohol and Ym sure other iliidt drugs,and as doeumented in the local 5un&Lakahore weekly n�wspapers the trash that is left behind is sbho�rcnt. The people also come up onto the park and cabin owners'propert{es to relieve themselves of bidogical functlons and or ta flnd rides off the Island by the property owners when they are abandoned or titeir ride refuses to take them in.These ectivities are having a greater Empact on praperry rralue tfie seasonal renting could ever have. Having grown up in Deephaven and spendfng many summers wtth familia in vrhat is now called Cruisers'Cove none of xhis type of actfvity ever got even close to what it has becotne today. Section 2—3 This property as is�il the other properties on the lsiand are curre�ly Recreatlonal-seasonal �on-homestead. Thls property has been a rabin In the famtly since I�s constructton,It has never been sold end the irrtent Is to keep it in the famiiy, rentlng 15 a sho�t term soiutlon m pay high taxes amtl! other young famlly members can become estabtished financlally.It and any other curcent shart term rcntals In tfie dty are reot e principfe place of�esidmce,as lon�term are nat,this would tndicate to me that thls is i)�o make Ic impassible to rent and 2�It Is leaving the door apen for homeowners who vrhac to rent their homes during hfgh profile events for irtflatcd prices over short terms,excludir�this opportunity of other property owners.(Example PGA Golf tournaments;the Superbowl footbal) champlonship ecK.)Slnce this ts an ame�dment to the Business Secdon of the code I would assume that w��errt business ovmers are not required to►eside wtthln city limlts as a basts for being permitted to do business In the city. Sertion 2—5 There ere only platbed roads na actual clty maintained roads exlst,There are no cfv11 amenitles provided by the clty for roads.There are no city provided amenEties an the islend. Section 2—9 This ts already our wrrent minimum requlrcment however due to the way the calendar fills up it leaves an oaaslonal two night windaw in whtch we would like to reserve the abllity to fili th�se dates. Section 2—il This does not apply Sectlon 2-12 Because we have n�civll amenities all renters are requlred to take thelr garbage with them when they feave.A large garbage can with a plestk bag 4s provided as a collection receptacle for them to bag up the garbage for this function. SectEon 2-13 The owner is on the deed as the designated trustee of the family trus�t. Some ather thoughts are that Big Island htstorically has been a destinatlon,whether it is familles enjoying their cabins or when the Amusemerrt park e�sted or as it was transfonned into the Veterans Camp people have always en)oyed it under a short term basls. Whlch leads to the question that sina the Three Rhrers Park Qistrict has JuNsdlction�ver both the properties the County has bought up over the years as wel!as the Veteran's Camp property which the Gty of Orono now owns,how does this affect the Distrlcts ability to ff they so choose Ir�the future to upen the Veterans Camp or their other areas of the Island to camping for a fee,thls would fall under short terrri�ental far all practical purposes.Would this ordinance cor�filct with that and who woultl be asslgned to faciEitate tha�,alang with enforcement?!have never seen any police representatlon fram the Orono police force nr the Three River Police farce an the island.The only r+epresentativn that responds to calls currently is the Hennepin County Sherfff Water Patrol whlch atready has their hands fuli due to tfie activity on the waber. How does this Impact the Power Squadron Praperty,they esseMially are collecNng a fre from members wf�lch in turn are allowed to cemp overnight on the property,how will this proposed ampndment effect the�n in fairness to haw the rest of the properties are affected. ff a rented boat Is moored,anchored to or besched on the island and its oCcupants are staying overnlght woufdn't that fall under thls ordlnance as we1{?Haw would that be enforced� We understand the implications of having a shart terrr�rental In neighborhoods with smeller bts that have had larger homes constructed/reconstructed on thern,has a hlgher level for the potential for neighboring properties to be concerned and thus contributing to the cit�s desire to regulate these activiNes is justifled. I would i{ke ta ask that consideratlan be made to exempt the fsland from this ordinanee based upon the hlstorical use and acthrlties of the island properties,wtth regard to the ltems mentioned above and ti�e eblllty to apply them equatly to all the properties on the island. Due to these hlstorical,current and possEble prejected uses in the future It would seem that an exceptlon would be suiLed for the island properttes. Thank you for consideration of these Issues as It applia to the current amendment proposal anrl the request to exernpt the island propertles form the proposal. Dear City of Orono Counsei Members 8 Ptanning Commission Members; My family has VRB4 properry we rent out Qn Big isiand and Long Lake. My husband Mike Laughlin has already submttted a letter to the City Council regarding our property an Big tsland, sa the following is in reference to the�ong Lake property that I Jndy Laughlin manage. 1 understand neighbors are concemed about having a large rental property next to them. However, it's important for the councit to understand that we have never had an �ssue or c�mplaint with the rental. We provide clear, written out instructions of property use, which inciudes: • Established qufet hours • Limits to the number of guests and ages permitted • Trash rema�al and days of trash pick u� Additionally, we poini out the property boundaries and provide explic.it communication to the renters, by phone and in person of the#oltawing: o To be respectfut of`the netghbors by fof�owtng the quiet F�ours o The need to adhere fo speed limits and use extra caution driving through neighborhood • Limiting the parking to what the property permits I advise our renters that we are sensitive to homeowners who tive there year- round, and that some have concerns about rental properties. Therefore, we stress the need to be very respectful of the property and neighbors so as not to cause them upse't. All of our guests understand and agree to adhere to ot,ir explicit rules and requests. Falture to compfy will be cause ta lose their damage deposi#. After speaking with Jeremy Bamhart aaaut what prompted th}s new proposed ordinance, he said an ir�cident in June. This is one incident!All the rental property owners I have spoken with are very restrictive of what is a1lawed at their properties, and very cautiaus to whom they allaw rent their property. Jeremy also mentioned there is a fear among some that smaller Orono properties cauld be remodeled into larger ones for possible rentals, leading to mare concems for the neighbors. The 8,000 sq foot property in �ang Lake has a limit of 8 guests; and if a larger day gathering is heid on the property we request names and ages of people on the property. A large gathering fee is charged, but limited to no rnore thah �i2.AIf parking has to be contained in the circle driveway. By implementing an explicit signed rentai agreement such as this, with a large damage deposit would help avoid these problems. The owners 8 I give out our personal phone numbers to the neighbors, so if there is ever a situatian that needs our attention, I wili drive ou#to Long Lake and remedy it right away out of respect to the ne+ghbors. With reference to our Property on Big Island, it is ironic that the very things that are ou�ined in the City"s proposed ordinance, are al{happening even more so in aur badc yard af our rental property. On most weekends our guests endure loud objectionable rnusic and bass booming fram hundreds of boats tied together. The drinking, drug use, foul language, nudity, relieving themselves over board ar up on #he island's p�blic land and on the private properly of the Island property owners, trash left behind etc., makes this a much bigger, serious issus ta the property owners on the island. Complaining does no good. When partying boats sees the water patrol coming, they put away their drinks and drugs, get drsssed, and tum off the foud offensive music. Water Patrol checks for life jackets, and asks that they keep it down,As soan as t�e water�atroC�s out of s�te they resume their toud partying! Shpuldn't tha focus be an Cruisers Cove instead of VRBOs where the home- owner has more at stake? Not to meniion the Image of Lake Minnetonka to enjoy the l�ke safely and withaut the free for ali reputation thet is Cruisers Cove? These rental properties are short-term rentals, and seasonal. To place unnecessary and imposs'sble oniinances againsf these praperties is unfair and will cause a hardship. Since VRBOs are also praperties we use for enjoyment,we ensure tha#they are kept in very good condition, dean 8� enjoyable. We take pride in ownership! Piease reconsider what these ordinances will da to an in industry that thrives on tourism, and how this irnpacts not only the rental owner, but the city as a whole. Thank you for your cansideration, Sincerely, Jody Laughkin Michael Laughlin February 3, 2016 Regarding short term rental ordinance and licensing. Katherine Kitt Property Owner: 3535 Northshare Drive,�rono 55391 I have been a Home-Away vacation rental property owner for three years; t have had wonderful guests stay at this property. t screen all potential guests at the time of their inquiry as to the purpose af their visit, the number of guests that will be at the property,and at this time I eacplain that this properly is located in a residential neighborhood and the guidelines of reasonable behavior, no naise or disturbances after 9pm that could be heard by a neighbor. This property is not rentable for events, pa�ties, receptions,weddings,etc. After the screening, if this does not seem like an appropriate fit for the property, l send a reply that the praperty is unavailable. Most of the guests are either single couples, or a famity with two children. I also have a rental agreement stating the rules fiar the property that is signed by the tenant prior to their arrival. I do not have a problem with adding additional rules of conduct and stronger language to the rental agreement if necessary, I do have a significant problem with being told what I can and cannot do resPonsibly with my own property that ! own and pay taxes on. Sincerely, Katherine Kit Jerem Barnhart From: Georgette Jabbour Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 9:43 PM To: Jeremy Bamhart Subject: New ordinances Hello, I am an Orono resident Iiving on Bayside Rd. I do think that restxictions on vacation rentals is a good idea. I would encourage an annual permit for such a rentai be available to residen�s. That would help avoid that accusation that the City is taking away a home owners financial sustaina.bility. In regard to the lighting, what is the definition of"excessive lighting"? Thank you for your work, Georgette Jabbour � February 3, 2016 Jeremy Barnhart Community Development Director,City of�rono PO Box 66 Crystal Bay MN 55323 DearJeremy and Orono City Planning Commission, I would like to make a public comment for the workshop on February 3rd regarding the proposed ordinance dealing wfth short term rentals. I agree that establishing standards for the protect[on of renter,neighborhood and community at large is a very laudable goal. I do not feel that prohiblting these rentals is the right approach. The City of Orono and the surrounding cities has a definite lack of availabEe housing for short term people coming into the area and as such people that may do short term rentals help flll some of this need far the community. Having been a 43 year resident of Orono and most recently moving away for busfness in the(ast 6 years i built my retirement home in Orono with an eye to returning to it in a couple of years. The ability for me to rent the home on a short term basis occasionally throughout the year has been a benefit to a great many people and has all�wed me to maintain a presence in the community that I wish to return to. i take great care to screen all potential tenants and minimize the impact on the neighborhood and this also allows me to invest and keep up my praperty to the highest possible standa�ds for the benefit of the neighborfiood. I feel that putting some standard in place such as a minimum 3 day rental or 1 week rental may help signlficantfy as well as estabiishing a resolution process for any problems that may arise from any disputes or problems that neighbors may have. 1 have several rental properties in different communities across the country and most communities level a small fee on each of the people renting the properties to help defray thfs cost. This allows them to estabEish a resolution process if there are any problems with renters that caulc3 be handled in a manner so all neighbors are treated properly and able to enjoy their homes. I would be happy to serve on an advisory board or give additional input in person if needed. I can be reached at(612)245-9665. Sincerely, � Benjamin Mllbrath Owner: 1404 Balder Park Rd,Wayzata MN 55391 PC Exhibit D �-��. ' To: Chair Leskinen and Planning Commission Members � ^ � Jessica Loftus,City Administrator y� �� f'rE5 H�i'�C G From: Jeremy Bamhart,Community Development Diredor Date: November 16, 2015 Subject: #15-3759,City of Orono, Text Amendment:Vacation Rentals Public Hearing Application Summary: The rentaf of private property for vacatfoners may impact existing neighborhoods due to increases in traffic,noise, and adivity during irregular hours. StafjRecommendatfon: Staff re uests review of issues and direction prior to proceeding, List of Exhibits Draft Ordinance Background The use of property for short term rentals appears to have been growing over the past several years,in part due to the proliferation of AirBnB,VRBO,and Horne-away websites,where travelers can search for homes based on focal amenities,including Lake Minnetonka. Identifled concerns with the rental of rooms or houses in residentlal areas include absentee owners, loud partles,tra�c,parking,overcrowding,and safety of renters. The City has received some complaints;vacationers host events at late hours that conflict with neighbors not on vacation;renters park in the street or have parties that spill off of the property,depositing trash and slmilar items in the yard. When this issue was originally raised, staff identified 8 homes in the city listed on the VRBO website. A notice was sent to these owners,posted on the website,and the city newsletter reminding owners to"be a gofld neighbor". The City does not have a rental ordinance,a mechanism to Inspect property annually to verify life safety requirements of the building code are met,therefore,the safety of vacationers in private homes(s not verifiabfe. The attached first draft is intended to tnitfate discussion of the issues and possible solutions. 5taff suggests regulating this issue through a business licensing process,where a license is required annually. The Planning Commission is asked to review the ordinance,and identify other cancerns not addressed. Wlth Planning Commission direction,staff will prepare appropriate changes,to be reviewed at a future meeting. ORDINANCE NO._,THIRD SERIES CITY OF OR�NO HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AME11'DING THE ORONO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDIIlG ARTICLE IV TO CHAPTER 26 AND AMEh'DING SECTI0IT 26-31 REGA.RDING SHORT-TERM RENTAL LICENSII�G TAE C�TY COUI`ClL OF ORONO ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 26-31 De�nitions of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the following text: Rent shall mean, for the purpose of this definition, leasin�x, subleasin , l�g or hiring for occupanc� Short-term rental shall mean the rental to a person or r�oup of persons a residential unit for a period of less than thirtv(301 consecutive calendar da,ys in a zonin�district where residential uses are allowed. Short-term rental propertv means a parcel of real property and includes the premises upon which a short-term rental unit is located and the�arkine areas,driveways, landscapine,accessorX structures, fences,walls,swimrning pools, hot tubs, and spas. SECTION 2. Article N.--Shart Term Rentals of the City of Orono Municipal Code is hereby added by adding the following text: Section 26-80—Short term rental (a) Required. It is unlawful for an�person to rent their property for a period less than 30 days without first havin�obtained a Business License as outtined in Article II of this chabter. fSection 26, para�raphs 31 throu� (b) Re lation. No license mav be issued unless all of the followin�are com lp ied with: 1. The owner shall ensure that the occupants and guests of a short term rental unit do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances engage in disorderly conduct or violate provisions of the City of Orano Code or any State law pertaining to noise, disorderly conduct,overcrowdin�, the consumption of alcohol,or the use of ille¢ai dru�s. Owners are expected to take anv measures necessary to abate disturbances includin�,but not limited to directing the occupants and auests of a short term rental unit to cease the disturbing conduct,removin�the occu�ant and! or uests or takin�v other action necessarv to immediatelv abate the disturbance. Page I of 3 2. The owner shall ensure that the propertv complv with all applicable codes regardin�ftre, buildingtand safetv. 3. Shart term rentals ma,�permitted at the owner's principal place of residence onlv. Verification may include voter registration, or driver's license. 4. The owner shallprovide a twenty-four(24 hour emerQencv contact that will be available to respond to issues at the short term rentalpronertv within sixty�bQ� minutes to complaints regardin�the conciition, operation, or conduct of occu ants of a rental unit. 5. The short-term-rental propertv must have a visible house number easilv seen from the street day or night. b. The short term rental propertv shall be used only for overni t lod�ing accommodations T'hev ma�not be used for parties (weddin�;, bachelor/ bachelorette), conferences or similar events. 7. All advertisine for the short term rental shall include the City issued license number. 8. The primary overni�rht and davtime occupant of a short term rental unit must be an adult ei teen 18 years of age or older This adult must provide a telephone number to the owner and sha11 be accessible to the owner by teleohone at all times. 9. The owner shall require all occupants to agxee to a minimum stay of three 3 consecutive ni h�ts. �0. The owner shall limit overni t occupancy,in a short-term rental unit to not exceed two 2 over the a e�; of 5 persons per bedroom. 11.Two off street pazkin�spaces shail be provided at minimum. 'The m�imum number of vehicles allowed at a shori-term rental property shall be limited to the number of available off street parkin�spaces. 12. The owner of a short-term rental propert, s�hall provide sufficient trash collection containers and service to meet the demand of the occupants. 13. The owner must be a natural person and not an,y type of corporation or nartnership. The owner's name must be on the deed to the propertv. 14. The Ci r may conduct an inspection of the short term rental propertv as deemed necessarv or prudent including,without limitation based upon any complaints or violations that occur or�rior to a renewal of a pezmit. 15. The owner will be required to provide the citv and an�Quests with the name and telephone number of a contact persan who can be at the property in 60 minutes. The cantactperson can be the owner. (c) License period. Licenses shall expire December 31 of each�ear. SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and publication. ADOPTED this day of ,2015 on a vote of ayes and_ nays by the City Council of Orono,Minnesota. ATTEST: Page 2 of 3 Diane Tiegs, City Clerk Lili Tod McMillan, Vlayor Ordinance published in The Laker and The Pioneer newspapers the week of 201 S. Page 3 of 3 CC Exhibit C NIINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COIVIlVIISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 b:30 o'ciock p.m. ROLL CALL T'he Orono Planning Commission met on the above-mentioned date with the following members present: Chair Denise Leskinen,Commissioners Keven Landgraver,Bruce Lemke, Christopher McGrann,Loren Schoenzeit,and John Thiesse. Representvag Staff were Community Development Director Jeremy Barnhart, Senior Planner iVlichael Gaffron,City Planner Melanie Curtis,and Recorder Jackie Young. Council Member Jim Cornick,Jr.,was presea� 6. �f15-3759 CITY OF ORONO TEXT A1V�i\'DMENT,SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS,9:20 P.M.—9:46 P.M. Barnhart noted at its February 3 workshop,the Planning Commission heard from seven property owners commenting on the proposed vacation rental ordinance. Those seven property owners are among the 12 vacation rental owners identified by Staff after searching through the various vacation rental websites. Most of the comments received respected the need for regulation,with the owners indicating that they are more protective with their own home and property than the City would be,but they did not want overly restrictive regulations. They also did not support a total ban on vacation rentals. Staff has prepared a basic draft ordinance. There was some discussion at the workshop about removing certain criteria included xn the draft ordinance. Barnhart noted the draft ordinance has not been modified and that he would like to heaz some more input from the Planning Commission tonight. At the workshop Barnhart stated he heard frozn the Planning Commission that tiiere should be some regulation,such as a liceose,but not a prohibition. The draft resolution includes 15 criteria and Staf�'report includes an analysis of that criteria. Barnhart noted language that appears elsewhere in the Code is in italics and can be removed if the Planning Commission feels it is redundant. Barnhart stated he would like to get some more feedback from the Planning Commission tonight and then move it forward to the City Council. Lemke asked if he received any rental agreements. Page 1 of 8 MIlVUTES OF THE ORONO PLANIVVING COMbIISSION MEETING Tuesday,February I6,2016 6:3Q o'clock p.m. Barnhart indicated he did not. Lemke aslced if the draft ordinance was set at s minimum of three nights. Barnhart noted some peopte at the workshop felt a maximum was more a�propriate and some felt that three was too much o£a minimvm. Staf�feels three is appropriate since most people will rent the home for a long weekend. Barnhart stated the issue is with one group of people renting it far one night and another group the next night. Barnhart stated requiring a minimum of three nights helps to respect the neighborhood. Thiesse stated in his view three nights are a 1'zttle too much and that some of these will be weekend rentals,which is only two nigtits. Landgraver indicated he is in agreement with Commissioner Thiesse. Schoenzeit stated to his knowledge the City has yet to hear from one person who has been the victim of the noise and has only received one complaint that was actually from the homeowner. Schoenzeit noted the City has no actual documented abuse cases and that they chose to do nothing about the rooster lady due to the low volume of complaints. Schoenzeit stated in his view this is an ardinance in searcb of a problem that does not exist. Landgraver noted there is a letter in the packet from a resident that says they are against rentals. Thiesse stated this is the ground floor and similar ordinances are popping up iun a number of citees. Thiesse stated Orono is not asking ti�e property owners to do anything more than what some of them are already doing. Schoenzeit stated the real issue is who the City can call on short notice to deal with a problem. Schoenzeit stated the draft ordinance has a pretty good overlap with existing ordinances and that in his view this ordinance encroaches on property owners' rights. Page 2 of 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING CO�I:VIISSION MEETIl�G Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Lemke noted Item No. 3 says that short-term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place of residence only. Lemke noted one person at the workshop mentioned she had another property a few doors away and that she does not live there. Lemke stated she also indicated that if she cannot rent it would be a financial hardship. Barnhart stated there was another gentleman who raised the same concem as well regarding s cabin on Big Istand. Barnhart stated he understands their point but that the City needs to be careful to make sure the neighborhood retains that residential chazacter. Barnhart stated he looks at it as a situation similar to a home occupation and that the person needs to live there to have a home occupation. Barnhart stated in his opinion that was an important characteristic of this industry and that it needs to be their primary residence. Lemke stated he stiil has some concerns with that. Lemke noted the two off-street parking spaces do not apply to the cabin on Big Island. Lemke stated the third item he had some concern with was the requirement that the owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation or partnership. Thiesse stated he wouid agree with that on the license. Schoenzeit stated dictating who can apply for a permit is way out of bounds and that in his view the City needs to accept that entity as the ticense applicant. Schoenzeit stated the reason why the pro�rty is owned by a corporation could be because of a tax structure. Schoenzeit stated in his view it is a slippery slope. Bamhart stated it could he as simple as changing the language to say,the licensee shall be. Thiesse noted Item l�io. 4 reqnires that the owner be available to respond to issues within 60 minutes to complaints. Thiesse stated no one at the workshop said they couldn't be there within 30 minutes and that 60 minutes is a long time to wait if someone is experienaing problems. Schoenzeit commented the City should be just as responsive to residents' concerns. Page 3 of 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PL��VNIlITG COiVIlViISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Thiesse noted�o. 11 requires two off-street parking spaces. Thiesse suggested some language be included so people know they cannot park on the yard. Bamhart indicated parking spaces aze defined already in the Code and that it is not necessary to add more language. Thiesse noted Item 1�'a. l,third line, states they should not vioIate provisions ofthe City of Orono Code or any state law. Ttiiesse suggested incorporating the language,"including those pertaining to." Thiesse recommended Item No. 2 say"comply with all applicable codes,including those regarding fire"rather than regarding fire. Thiesse asked if the City wants the trash collection concealed. Barnhart stated it would be no more than what is already required. Barnhart noted dwc�ing the discussion there was some thought about removing Articles 3,6,9 and 13. Barnhart indicated he did not remove those yet to help facilitate the discussion tonight. Thiesse asked if Item No. 13 would be changed to licensee. Landgraver stated it would still result in the same problem since the City does not know if someone has set up a living trust and they have transferred the title to a carporation. Landgraver stated a living trust is clearly for the benefit of the person living there and the City is saying that isn't allowed. Landgraver stated in his view corporations perhaps should not be allowed but that there are probably properties in Orono that are in a living trust. Thiesse stated he does not want someone to have to ca11 the number for a corporation. Schocnzeit noted tiquor licenses require the listing of a manager or a live person that should be contacted in the event of a problem. Page 4 of 8 NIINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNL�G COA'IMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Leskinan recommended the requirement for the owner's name be taken out since the deed on the properiy could say the name of a ttust. Leskinen stated for homestead purposes there needs to be a whole separate document filed in order for a trust to be listed. Schcenzeit stated the owner's representative needs to be identified. Lemke asked if anyot�e else has problems with No. 3. Thiesse stated he does since the City has at least two peaple that are complying with everything else but it is not their primary residence. Landgraver stated in his view there are two situations,one on Big Island and then everybody else. Landgraver noted if you are on Big Island,is it considered recreational property. McGrann questioned how the City can stop someone if tliey want to buy a property in Orono as a rental. Barnhart stated the City could simply reqnire a license. Schoenzeit noted the Your Boat Club rents out two homes aiready and they are not registered. Schcenzeit stated in his view�is is a slippery slope and that the City should simply enforce their nuisance regulations. Leskinen stated if they strip everything out of the draft ordinance that they know is already addressed in City Code to some Ievel,they would essentially be asking potential people to register their property as a rental property so that the City is aware the property could potentially be rented. Leskinen staxed in her opinion it is more of a registration than a license. Bamhart stated the primary henefit is that the City has a responsible party that can respond to complaints. :VlcGrann indicated he is fine with the license requirement as long as it is something the City can revoke if need be. McGrann stated the City has nat had any issues and that they need to respect everyone's Page 5 of 8 D'IINIITES OF THE ORONO PLANNIl�IG COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,Februacy 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. property rights but that the person renting out his or her properiy also needs to respect everyone else in the neighborhood. Leskinen asked if he is more comfortable with a periodic rental. :VlcGrann indicated he is not sure of the exact number of nights that should be required or allowed, McGrann staxed in his view people who are coming to Orono are coming to the community for the neighborhood and the environment. McGrann stated the character of the neighborhood could change if there xre a number of rentals. Landgraver stated the City should at least put a process in place to identify the persons responsible for rental properties,and if complaints are received,the City would have the licensing process in place and could then start atta,ching conditions. Landgraver stated they are requesting they tell the City they are doing this and in return the City will remind tl�em af the regulations. Landgraver stated the license could be renewed once a year and at that time any problems could be addressed. Leskinen stated the renewal piece can become the enforcement mechanism. Landgraver stated the code is also an enforcement piece. Lemke noted at the workshop the residents indicated they had even�eore restrictions than what t$e City is proposing. Schcenzeit stated he would rather see strong and consistent nuisance enforcement by the City rather than just identifying rental properties. Schoenzeit stated tlie enforcement should be consistent across the City, Leskinen asked if Commissioner Schcenzeit feels the police department or City would respond quicker to a complaint regarding a renta] versus a general nuisance complaint. Schocnzeit stated regular residents are not under the same enforcement rules. Page 6 of 8 MINUTES OF THE OROivO PLANNING CONIlVIISSION VIEETING Tuesday,February 16,201b 6:30 o'clock p.m. Iandgraver stated the draft ordinance is the framework and that the question is what the requirements should be. Landgraver stated the consensus appears to be that there should be sorne type of licensing or registration. Thiesse stated he likes the registration or licensure requirements. Thiesse stated he recalls the Planning Commission talking about boats and how only the owner's boat can be at the dock. Barnhart stated based on tonight's discussion so far,it sounds like Items 2 through I S could be removed, with Item No. 1 being left in since some criteria is required if a license is to be revoked or not renewed, Lemke stated he likes No.9,which limits it to a minimum of two nights;requiring a 30 minute response time instead of b0 minutes;and then also Nos. 8, 1 l,and 15. Barnhart noted 15 and 4 are very similar and ti�at he would suggest keeping Item'�o. 4 and removing 15. Lemke stated he Iikes the ordinance and what it is attempting to accomplish. Leskinen stated she is not sure if it does any good to keep No.2 if Item l�o. 1 is staying. Leskinen stated it sounds like Items 1,4, 6 8,9, 15 are being kept in. Thiesse noted Items 4 and 15 were similar and that 15 was going to be removed. Barnhart stated he heard that Items 1, 4,6, 8, 9,and 11 should remain. Chair Leskinen opened the pezblic hearing at 9:45 p.m. Jim Cornick,Council Member, stated he would Iike some discussion on Item No. 8. Cornick suggested the Planning Commission give some consideration to raising it to 21. Chair Leskinen closed the public hearing at 9:46 p.m. Lemke stated he likes that idea. It was the consensus of the Planning Commission to raise the age of the rent to 21. Page 7 of 8 NIINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANh'Il�TG COMMISSION MEETING Tnesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Landgraver moved,McGrann seconded,to recommend approval of Application No.15-3759,City of Orono,Teat Amendment: Vacation Rentals es amended,with Items 1,4,6,8,9,and 11 remaining in the ordinance and the other items being stricken.VOTE: Aye�5,Nays 1,Schoenzeit opposed. Schcenzeit stated the ordinance is redundant with City Code, infringes on property owners' rigl�ts,and is regulating something that is not an issue. Thiesse noted everything left in the ordinance is specifc to the licensure. Page 8 of 8 Council Exhibit C MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. 6. #15-3759 CITY OF ORONO TEXT AMENDMENT, SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS,9:20 P.M.—9:46 P.M. Barnhart noted at its February 3 workshop,the Planning Commission heard from seven property owners commenting on the proposed vacation rental ordinance. Those seven property owners are among the 12 vacation rental owners identified by Staff after searching through the various vacation rental websites. Most of the comments received respected the need for regulation, with the owners indicating that they are more protective with their own home and property than the City would be, but they did not want overly restrictive regulations. They also did not support a total ban on vacation rentals. Staff has prepared a basic draft ordinance. There was some discussion at the workshop about removing certain criteria included in the draft ordinance. Barnhart noted the draft ordinance has not been modified and that he would like to hear some mare input from the Planning Commission tonight. At the workshop Barnhart stated he heard from the Planning Commission that there should be some regulation, such as a license, but not a prohibition. The draft resolution includes 15 criteria and Staff report includes an analysis of that criteria. Barnhart noted language that appears elsewhere in the Code is in italics and can be removed if the Planning Commission feels it is redundant. Barnhart stated he would like to get some more feedback from the Planning Commission tonight and then move it forward to the City Council. Lemke asked if he received any rental agreements. Barnhart indicated he did not. Lemke asked if the draft ordinance was set at a minimum of three nights. Barnhart noted some people at the workshop felt a maximum was more appropriate and some felt that three was too much of a minimum. Staff feels three is appropriate since most people will rent the home for a long weekend. Barnhart stated the issue is with one group of people renting it for one night and another group the next night. Barnhart stated requiring a minimum of three nights helps to respect the neighborhood. Thiesse stated in his view three nights are a little too much and that some of these will be weekend rentals, which is only two nights. Landgraver indicated he is in agreement with Commissioner Thiesse. Schoenzeit stated to his knowledge the City has yet to hear from one person who has been the victim of the noise and has only received one complaint that was actually from the homeowner. Schoenzeit noted the City has no actual documented abuse cases and that they chose to do nothing about the rooster lady due to the low volume of complaints. Schoenzeit stated in his view this is an ordinance in search of a problem that does not exist. Landgraver noted there is a letter in the packet from a resident that says they are against rentals. Page 1 of 5 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Thiesse stated this is the ground floor and similar ordinances are popping up in a number of cities. Thiesse stated Orono is not asking the property owners to do anything more than what some of them are already doing. Schoenzeit stated the real issue is who the City can call on short notice to deal with a problem. Schoenzeit stated the draft ordinance has a pretty good overlap with existing ordinances and that in his view this ordinance encroaches on property owners' rights. Lemke noted Item No. 3 says that short-term rentals may be permitted at the owner's principal place of residence only. Lemke noted one person at the workshop mentioned she had another property a few doors away and that she does not live there. Lemke stated she also indicated that if she cannot rent it would be a financial hardship. Barnhart stated there was another gentleman who raised the same concern as well regarding a cabin on Big Island. Barnhart stated he understands their point but that the City needs to be careful to make sure the neighborhood retains that residential character. Barnhart stated he looks at it as a situation similar to a home occupation and that the person needs to live there to have a home occupation. Barnhart stated in his opinion that was an important characteristic of this industry and that it needs to be their primary residence. Lemke stated he still has some concerns with that. Lemke noted the two off-street parking spaces do not apply to the cabin on Big Island. Lemke stated the third item he had some concern with was the requirement that the owner must be a natural person and not any type of corporation or partnership. Thiesse stated he would agree with that on the license. Schoenzeit stated dictating who can apply for a permit is way out of bounds and that in his view the City needs to accept that entity as the license applicant. Schoenzeit stated the reason why the property is owned by a corporation could be because of a tax structure. Schoenzeit stated in his view it is a slippery slope. Barnhart stated it could be as simple as changing the language to say,the licensee shall be. Thiesse noted Item No. 4 requires that the owner be available to respond to issues within 60 minutes to complaints. Thiesse stated no one at the warkshop said they couldn't be there within 30 minutes and that 60 minutes is a long time to wait if someone is experiencing problems. Schoenzeit commented the City should be just as responsive to residents' concerns. Thiesse noted No. 11 requires two off-street parking spaces. Thiesse suggested some language be included so people know they cannot park on the yard. Barnhart indicated parking spaces are defined already in the Code and that it is not necessary to add more language. Thiesse noted Item No. 1,third line, states they should not violate provisions of the City of Orono Code or any state law. Thiesse suggested incorporating the language, "including those pertaining to." Thiesse Page 2 of 5 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. recommended Item No. 2 say"comply with all applicable codes, including those regarding fire"rather than regarding fire. Thiesse asked if the City wants the trash collection concealed. Barnhart stated it would be no more than what is already required. Barnhart noted during the discussion there was some thought about removing Articles 3, 6, 9 and 13. Barnhart indicated he did not remove those yet to help facilitate the discussion tonight. Thiesse asked if Item No. 13 would be changed to licensee. Landgraver stated it would still result in the same problem since the City does not know if someone has set up a living trust and they have transferred the title to a corporation. Landgraver stated a living trust is clearly for the benefit of the person living there and the City is saying that isn't allowed. Landgraver stated in his view corporations perhaps should not be allowed but that there are probably properties in Orono that are in a living trust. Thiesse stated he does not want someone to have to call the number for a corporation. Schoenzeit noted liquor licenses require the listing of a manager or a live person that should be contacted in the event of a problem. Leskinen recommended the requirement for the owner's name be taken out since the deed on the property could say the name of a trust. Leskinen stated for homestead purposes there needs to be a whole separate document filed in order for a trust to be listed. Schoenzeit stated the owner's representative needs to be identified. Lemke asked if anyone else has problems with No. 3. Thiesse stated he does since the City has at least two people that are complying with everything else but it is not their primary residence. Landgraver stated in his view there are two situations, one on Big Island and then everybody else. Landgraver noted if you are on Big Island, is it considered recreational property. McGrann questioned how the City can stop someone if they want to buy a property in Orono as a rental. Barnhart stated the City could simply require a license. Schoenzeit noted the Your Boat Club rents out two homes already and they are not registered. Schoenzeit stated in his view this is a slippery slope and that the City should simply enforce their nuisance regulations. Leskinen stated if they strip everything out of the draft ordinance that they know is already addressed in City Code to some level,they would essentially be asking potential people to register their property as a rental property so that the City is aware the property could potentially be rented. Leskinen stated in her opinion it is more of a registration than a license. Page 3 of 5 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Barnhart stated the primary benefit is that the City has a responsible party that can respond to complaints. McGrann indicated he is fine with the license requirement as long as it is something the City can revoke if need be. McGrann stated the City has not had any issues and that they need to respect everyone's property rights but that the person renting out his or her property also needs to respect everyone else in the neighborhood. Leskinen asked if he is more comfortable with a periodic rental. McGrann indicated he is not sure of the exact number of nights that should be required or allowed. McGrann stated in his view people who are coming to Orono are coming to the community for the neighborhood and the environment. McGrann stated the character of the neighborhood could change if there are a number of rentals. Landgraver stated the City should at least put a process in place to identify the persons responsible for rental properties, and if complaints are received,the City would have the licensing process in place and could then start attaching conditions. Landgraver stated they are requesting they tell the City they are doing this and in return the City will remind them of the regulations. Landgraver stated the license could be renewed once a year and at that time any problems could be addressed. Leskinen stated the renewal piece can become the enforcement mechanism. Landgraver stated the code is also an enforcement piece. Lemke noted at the workshop the residents indicated they had even more restrictions than what the City is proposing. Schoenzeit stated he would rather see strong and consistent nuisance enforcement by the City rather than just identifying rental properties. Schoenzeit stated the enforcement should be consistent across the City. Leskinen asked if Commissioner Schoenzeit feels the police department or City would respond quicker to a complaint regarding a rental versus a general nuisance complaint. Schoenzeit stated regular residents are not under the same enforcement rules. Landgraver stated the draft ordinance is the framework and that the question is what the requirements should be. Landgraver stated the consensus appears to be that there should be some type of licensing or registration. Thiesse stated he likes the registration or licensure requirements. Thiesse stated he recalls the Planning Commission talking about boats and how only the owner's boat can be at the dock. Barnhart stated based on tonight's discussion so far, it sounds like Items 2 through 15 could be removed, with Item No. 1 being left in since some criteria is required if a license is to be revoked or not renewed. Lemke stated he likes No. 9, which limits it to a minimum of two nights; requiring a 30 minute response time instead of 60 minutes; and then also Nos. 8, 1 l, and 15. Page 4 of 5 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,February 16,2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Barnhart noted 15 and 4 are very similar and that he would suggest keeping Item No. 4 and removing 15. Lemke stated he likes the ordinance and what it is attempting to accomplish. Leskinen stated she is not sure if it does any good to keep No. 2 if Item No. 1 is staying. Leskinen stated it sounds like Items 1, 4, 6 8, 9, 15 are being kept in. Thiesse noted Items 4 and 15 were similar and that 15 was going to be removed. Barnhart stated he heard that Items 1, 4, 6, 8, 9, and 11 should remain. Chair Leskinen opened the public hearing at 9:45 p.m. Jim Cornick, Council Member, stated he would like some discussion on Item No. 8. Cornick suggested the Planning Commission give some consideration to raising it to 21. Chair Leskinen closed the public hearing at 9:46 p.m. Lemke stated he likes that idea. It was the consensus of the Planning Commission to raise the age of the rent to 21. Landgraver moved,McGrann seconded,to recommend approval of Application No. 15-3759, City of Orono,Text Amendment: Vacation Rentals as amended,with Items 1,4,6,8,9,and 11 remaining in the ordinance and the other items being stricken. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 1, Schoenzeit opposed. Schoenzeit stated the ordinance is redundant with City Code, infringes on property owners' rights, and is regulating something that is not an issue. Thiesse noted everything left in the ordinance is specific to the licensure. Page 5 of 5 Jeremy Barnhart .�� i 6 From: Jeanne Carter Sent: Thursday, Aprii 07, 2016 4:03 PM To: Jeremy Barnhart Subject: Fwd: Short Term Rentals Dear Jeremy, I am forwarding this message per Mayor McMillan's advice. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions. I look forward to the meeting next week to discuss the issue. Thank you, Jeanne Carter 2780 Shadywood Rd. Orono, MN 55331 ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Lili McMillan Date: 7 April 2016 at 10:44 Subject: Re: Short Term Rentals To: Rick Carter Cc: "jeanne.carter Hi Rick, Thank you for the thorough feedback. I am glad to read your perspective. It appears that short-term rentals will be back on the council agenda on Monday night. I would suggest that you send your comments on to either Jeremy Barnhart our planning director jbarnhadt(a�ci.orono.mn.us or to each of the city council members. Best to do that by today or tomorrow morning at the latest. It looks like we have a pretty long council agenda for Monday night so I don't anticipate the short-term rentals issue to come up until after 8 o'clock at the earliest. Lili On Apr 1, 2016, at 1:46 PM, Rick Carter -� --arote: Lili, I am following Orono's proposal to consider an ordinance on short term (vacation)rentals with great interest, and I would like to offer you my perspective on the issue. After rw�uling the Birdhouse Bed & Breakfast Inn for two years in Excelsior, my wife Jeanne and I purchased a home on the lake in Orono. Jeanne decided to list our home on AirBnB as a result of her experiences hosting at the Inn, and using AirBnB herself as a guest in other locations, which she found to be quite enjoyable, safe and convenient. i There are currently no traditional lodging options available on Lake Minnetonka, but the demand is there. We see AirBnB and VRBO as an opportunity to welcome visitors to our home and share all the great things that the Lake Minnetonka area has to offer. Typically we host folks who are in town for family events such as weddings, funerals, reunions and business trips. We prefer their stays to be less than 4 days, as we want guests; not roommates or tenants. Our guest limit is four adults, and they have the use of our lower level. While our guests are here, they are out in the community spending money at local restaurants, shopping with local retailers, and visiting places like the Arboretum, theaters, Gale Woods Farm, etc. We are owner-occupied and always available either in-person, or by phone or text, to our guests during their stay. Once or twice a year we rent out the entire home for events, such as the upcoming Ryder Cup. We use an owner's representative during these times who is responsible for managing our property and responding to any questions or issues that may arise. Jeanne went to the listening session that the Planning Commission held in February. At that time three possible options were presented, however none of these included a seven or 30 day minimum stay, which we were surprised to see currently being considered. This is absolutely the wrong thing to do. It is literally the opposite of short-term vacation rental, turning visitors into tenants, thus promoting the use of more properties not occupied or managed by the owner. The VRBO and AirBnB owners that Jeanne met at the meeting all felt strongly that they take pride in their properties, want to maintain good neighbor relations, and monitor their guests closely, through in-person communication, written policies and house rules that are tailored to their properties and enforced. We personally are not opposed to an ordinance or reasonable licensure requirements, although some hosts are concerned that the possible fees associated with licensure might be a barrier, as nobody is getting rich doing this. Jeanne and I would be happy to work with staff, educate, speak or do whatever makes sense to help develop a reasonable policy that balances the needs of all community members in Orono, while also contributing to a welcoming atmosphere for visitors to the Lake Minnetonka area. Eliminating the typical short-stay (2-7 days) of most AirBnB experiences in our community through this course of action would be an unfortunate decision, impacting everyone's pocket- books, including local business owners and the city. Thanks. 2 , <image001.png> Rick Carter, 3