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Council debates who should obtain occupancy inspection certificates in proposed ordinance

Board of Aldermen, City of Garden Prairie, Missouri · December 18, 2025
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Summary

During first reading of Bill 25-61, aldermen questioned whether sellers or buyers should obtain occupancy certificates and how enforceability would interact with real estate contracts; staff suggested the city will adopt standards but enforcement details may require amendment.

On first reading, the Garden Prairie Board of Aldermen discussed Bill 25-61, an ordinance addressing occupancy inspections and certificate requirements for property transfers and rentals.

Alderman Johnson asked why the prospective purchaser or tenant is required to obtain a certificate rather than the seller who…

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