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Strongsville homeowner seeks rezoning and clarification after short-term rental ban; law director cites zoning, safety constraints

2762063 · February 18, 2025
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Summary

A Strongsville homeowner asked council whether a city ban on short-term rentals would affect an owner-occupied historic property at 9160 Albion Road and whether rezoning could permit expanded event uses.

Deborah Thomas Lemmers told the Strongsville City Council on Feb. 18 that she and her husband have been operating part of their historic house at 9160 Albion Road as a short-term rental and asked whether a recent city ordinance prohibits their use and whether rezoning or other options could allow expanded event activity at the property.

Lemmers, who identified herself by name and address, said the house was built in 1830 and that the family occupies the property while renting a portion as a “bed-and-breakfast” style short-term rental. She told council they are present on-site when guests stay and that they would not operate the property in a manner that would cause…

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