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Council considers use variance at 519 S. Drexel; members raise questions about short-term rental model and oversight
Summary
A first reading of Ordinance 18-25 asked council to revisit the existing bed-and-breakfast variance for 519 South Drexel amid buyer interest in a short-term rental model; councilmembers requested the prospective owner appear to clarify management, guest limits and on-site oversight.
Council heard a first reading of Ordinance 18-25, which would amend the bed-and-breakfast variance for the property at 519 South Drexel Avenue.
Sponsor Councilmember Marcelino said the property, historically operated as a bed-and-breakfast beginning in 2013, was sold to Capital University in 2021 and is now back on the market. Prospective buyers have expressed interest in operating a short-term rental model resembling an online "Airbnb" listing rather than an owner-occupied B&B.
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