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Bellbrook council opens review of short‑term rental rules; staff asked for recommendations
Summary
Bellbrook City Council heard public comment and council discussion on short‑term rentals on Aug. 11, directing staff to return with draft ordinance language covering minimum stays, registration, fees and enforcement options.
Bellbrook City Council on Aug. 11 directed staff to return within about 30 days with draft recommendations for changes to the city’s short‑term rental rules, after residents and council members discussed options including minimum stay limits, registration and a hospitality fee.
Council members heard three public commenters who said they support allowing backyard chickens and also raised questions about short‑term rentals; staff and council then reviewed a handout summarizing neighboring cities’ practices and possible approaches for Bellbrook. City Manager Rob said the current local code prohibits rentals of less than 26 days and that neighboring cities vary in their approaches.
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