Residents of Cold Creek voiced their frustrations during a recent government meeting regarding noise disturbances and safety concerns linked to a local Airbnb property. Neighbors described the situation as \"hell,\" citing excessive noise from parties that often extend into the early morning hours, disrupting their peace and raising safety fears.
One resident expressed disappointment over the impact on his grandchildren, who are confused by the smell of marijuana wafting from the property. Despite multiple calls to the police, he reported that officers often dismiss the complaints due to the legality of medical marijuana use. The resident lamented the lack of enforcement regarding noise regulations, questioning how to address violations of quiet hours.
Another neighbor, Dax Strickland, who lives directly behind the Airbnb, corroborated these claims, detailing his own experiences with loud parties and noise that penetrates through walls. He emphasized the need for better monitoring of noise levels and party sizes, suggesting that the responsibility should not fall on neighbors.
In response, the property owner acknowledged the complaints and explained that a noise monitoring system had been installed to alert him of disturbances. He claimed to have taken over property management to address issues more effectively. However, concerns were raised about the property's adherence to previously agreed-upon limits on guest numbers and vehicles, with one board member expressing strong opposition to renewing the Airbnb's operating application due to numerous code violations.
The meeting highlighted the ongoing tension between short-term rental operations and residential community standards, raising questions about the effectiveness of current regulations and the need for stricter enforcement to ensure neighborhood safety and tranquility.