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Planning board approves 'Social Sauna' pop-up wellness CUP after neighbors object

3794969 · June 6, 2025
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Summary

The Washington County Planning Board approved a conditional-use permit allowing a short-term rental property to host weekly reservation-based sauna pop-ups, after nearby residents voiced concerns about noise, septic capacity and safety.

The Washington County Planning Board on June 9 approved a conditional-use permit (CUP) for a short-term rental operation to host weekly, reservation-based sauna events, despite objections from several nearby residents.

Planning staffs report described the property as a three-bedroom, three-bath house and art studio set up for short-term rental use. The applicant, Ali Moracek, sought approval to host 2-to-3 reservation-based sauna sessions per week (about 90 to 120 minutes each) with up to 10 guests at a time, and to construct an…

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