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Council approves short-term rental license after owners describe threats and safety steps
Summary
The City Council approved a short-term rental license for 3712 South Chrysler after owners Michael and Jill Fry described steps taken to limit parties and said a neighbor fired a bullet onto their property; council approved the application 7-0 amid discussion about regulation and oversight of short-term rentals.
The Independence City Council approved a short-term rental license for 3712 South Chrysler Tuesday after owners who operate the property as an Airbnb told the council they had changed rules and invested in safety after neighborhood complaints.
The license was approved by roll call, 7 in favor, 0 opposed. The item carried the ordinance number listed on the agenda as 25-7-65.
The couple that owns the property, Michael Fry and Jill Fry, described the rental’s operation and said they had taken multiple steps to address past problems and neighbor concerns. Michael Fry said the owners now require a two-night minimum, screen guests, do not auto-approve reservations, and restrict single-night stays. “We actually don't want any unruly guests on the property…
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