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Council discusses enforcement after revocation of horse IUP; staff to notify owner and seek plan
Summary
City staff reported seven horses remain on a property after revocation of an interim use permit (IUP). Council instructed staff to notify the owner, request a two-week plan for disposition, and if no plan is provided to consult the city attorney about enforcement.
City staff told the City Council at its Aug. 25 work session that seven horses remain at a property whose interim use permit for horses was revoked and that no post-revocation communications have been sent to the owner. "He identified 7 horses on the property that he could count," staff said, and "There has not been any communication sent." Lacking an active IUP, staff said the animals are now in violation of city ordinance.
Why it matters: Under the city's IUP rules, revocation carries a 30-day requirement to remove animals; the council was told that more than 30 days have passed since revocation and the animals remain. Council members discussed enforcement options and the practical challenges of relocating large animals.
City staff described the usual enforcement path and the specific options…
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