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Residents and council debate short-term rental rules as state law clouds authority
Summary
City residents called for strict limits on short-term rentals during public comment; council and legal staff said they are working on locally tailored rules but face potential Ohio preemption and litigation, and aim for a draft by September and action by October.
Public commenters urged the New Franklin City Council on Tuesday to restrict short-term rentals in residential neighborhoods, and council members said they are working on a local policy while consulting legal counsel about state limits and possible litigation. Mike Hoffman, a resident at 4123 Webster Avenue, told the council short-term rentals “are hotels” when run by outside investors and urged either a ban in residential zones or a conditional-permit process with neighbor notice and revocation for violations. The mayor said the city has been monitoring state legislation and…
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