Townsend debates limiting short-term rentals in R1 but preserves R2 access for now
Commissioners discussed ordinance 363-26-1C to prohibit new short-term rentals in R1 zoning while continuing to permit them in R2; staff reported roughly 87 identified short-term rentals (with preliminary counts up to 107) and commissioners requested more zoning‑by‑address data before voting. Owner‑occupied exemptions, tax impacts, and housing-stock concerns were raised.
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Townsend commissioners held an extended discussion of a draft ordinance (363-26-1C) that would prohibit new short‑term rental units in R1 residential zones while continuing to permit them in R2 zones. The item was advertised for discussion and possible amendment only; the commission did not take a final vote tonight.
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